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Department of English

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Bachelor of Arts in English
The Department of English offers the B.A. in English as the cornerstone of the studies of the humanities. The study of literature and the English language provides students with a source of personal enrichment as well as with verbal, analytical, and cultural skills that are readily adaptable to a variety of careers. The department offers a curriculum designed to meet a variety of interests: literature, creative writing, technical and professional communication, rhetoric, and folklore. Students can prepare for graduate study as well as careers in teaching, business, government, or law. The Department of English has a strong commitment to providing academic and career planning and advising designed to assist the English major in entering the profession of his or her choice.

The department also offers minors in literature, creative writing, and technical and professional communication. Further information about career opportunities and minors or emphases is available from the Department of English.

Students who wish to use English as a double major may waive one 400-level electives course from the departmental requirements with the consent of the department.

 

Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Major: English


Emphasis Tracks

Students can pursue a traditional degree in English literature, or opt for one of the following specialized areas of study:

  • Emphasis in Literature, Language, and Culture
  • Emphasis in Rhetoric, Digital Media, and Professional Communication
  • Creative Writing  


 
Departmental Requirements:
Students majoring in English must complete 42 credits in English beyond ENGL 111G, Rhetoric and Composition, satisfying the following requirements: 

A. Eighteen credits distributed as follows: ENGL 243, 251, 252, 261, 262, 263, 271, or 272 (12 credits), ENGL 310 - Critical Writing (3 credits), and ENGL 301, 302, or 303 - Theory and Criticism (3 credits). These 18 credits should be completed before the student enrolls in 400-level courses.  

B. Six additional credits from English courses numbered 298-399.

C. Eighteen credits distributed as follows:  

  • Three credits from ENGL 403 or 404
  • Three credits form ENGL 405 or 407
  • Three credits from ENGL 408 or 409
  • Nine additional credits from English courses numbered 400-499.