English
"Amid the conflicts and convergences of our globalized era, literature can serve as an ample window onto the histories, hopes, and burdens borne by our global neighbors." In an international setting, the context of each literature course will serve to broaden your perspective within a global society. Step out into the world, rev up your resume, and earn academic credit by studying abroad in locations such as United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, Japan, Poland, and many more.

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PROGRAM SUGGESTIONS
The programs highlighted on this page are a good fit for students studying English.
FACULTY-LED PROGRAMS
Country |
Program |
Available Courses |
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Ghana |
ENG 301: Teaching Reading & Writing in the Elementary Classroom (3 credits) AND ENG 401: Languages, Literacies, & Cultures (3 credits) |
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Netherlands |
*ENG 365: Teaching ESL (3 credits) AND ENG 400: Language Arts for Teachers (3 credits) *CSAT majors can use this to fulfill SAT 495 Fulfills General Education Global Perspectives requirement. Fulfills (1) General Education Issues course requirement. |
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United Kingdom |
Undergraduate ENG 440: Major Authors (3 credits) AND ENG 495: English Capstone (3 credits) Fulfills General Education Global Perspectives requirement. Fulfills (1) General Education Issues course requirement.
Graduate ENG 603: British Literature Seminar (3 credits) AND ENG 661: Author/Topic Seminar (3 credits) |
SEMESTER AND ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAMS
Country |
Program |
Program Type |
Courses |
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Australia |
Partnership |
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Australia |
Partnership |
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Chile |
Partnership |
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France |
Partnership |
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Germany |
Partnership |
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Ghana |
Partnership |
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Ireland |
External |
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Italy |
Partnership |
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Scotland |
External |
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South Korea |
Partnership |
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Taiwan |
Partnership |
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United Kingdom |
Partnership |
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Country |
Program |
Program Type |
Courses |
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Costa Rica |
External |
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Greece |
External |
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Italy |
External |
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United Kingdom |
Partnership |
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United Kingdom |
External |
INTERNSHIPS
Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in an English internship abroad.

PROGRAM SUGGESTIONS
There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or browse our other program options:

ACADEMIC ADVICE
FIRST YEAR AND SOPHOMORE STUDENTS
- The earliest you can go abroad is the summer of your first year.
- Students may fulfill General Education Foundation and Issues requirements abroad.
- Students taking at least 3 credits abroad will fulfill their Global Perspectives requirement.
GENERAL ADVICE
- Students may take courses that satisfy some requirements in their English major or the General Education program. Be sure to begin planning at least six months in advance.
- Students should make sure they will have met prerequisites such as language and other foundation courses before they go abroad; it is important that students have prepared themselves adequately in the language of the country they will be visiting to maximize their study abroad learning experience.
- NOT eligible for Study Abroad equivalences: ENG 307, ENG 308, ENG 400, ENG 495
To determine the GVSU Course Equivalencies for courses taken abroad, please visit our Course Approval page.
Once you have selected a program, schedule a meeting with your academic advisor to discuss your plans.
For more information email the Department Contact.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Study Abroad Photography Scholarship
Explore more scholarship opportunities through our scholarship page.

