ENG-218: Introduction to Shakespeare

Course Description

Reading, discussion, and written analysis of several major plays and some of the sonnets. The course explores Shakespeare's challenging language and the memorably rendered characters that populate his works, including kings, queens, lovers, shrews and fools. Themes such as power, revenge, love, jealousy, ambition and betrayal will be discussed. Critical approaches including psychological, feminist, and historical theories may be presented and applied to the texts. Three class hours.

Prerequisites

English 101 with a C or better, or placement into English 200, or instructor permission.

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ENG-218 Sections for Spring 2026

With the following scheduling option(s)

2 Sections Offered

ENG-218, Section 001

CRN #35247
Traditional (In-Person)

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Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 06, Room 327
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday, Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 06, Room 327
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday, Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm

ENG-218, Section HC1

CRN #35296
HON-Intro to Shakespeare
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

30

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 06, Room 327
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday, Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 06, Room 327
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday, Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm