The aim of this programme is to help students become highly skilled, versatile, independent thinkers with the research experience, information literacy, communication and interpersonal skills necessary for an advanced professional career or further academic study at the master's or PhD level. English at Otago is designed to fulfil three main aims: opening up the vast and delightful range of literatures written in English; providing a grasp of the concepts and techniques for analysing texts; and improving communication skills of every kind. By taking English students will find their perceptions sharpened, their understanding deepened and their enjoyment enhanced - for life. Above all, students will equip themselves for a career in almost any sector of society.