Communication Arts

Major in English

The English major curriculum offers students a diversity of courses consisting of British and American literature surveys, focused studies of particular British and American writers, and literary criticism, as well as an introduction to Anglophone literature from other countries, advanced English grammar, advanced writing, creative writing, and history of the English language. Students can utilize the concentration in English as a foundation for a variety of careers where analytical reading and writing skills gained in the major are especially valued. The English program consists of 36 credit hours in writing, language study, and literature. A minor in another subject area is required of English majors.

The required courses for the English major: