A minimum of 120 credit hours is required for a Bachelor of Arts in English.
The major in English requires 36 credits. Majors take 9 credits in preparatory courses, 27 credits in advanced. The preparatory courses are ENGL 160 Introduction to Literary Studies (3), ENGL 261 Survey of British Literature (3), and ENGL 262 Survey of American Literature (3). The 27 advanced credits consist of 9 courses to be taken at the 300 level, including 2 courses in the literature of Britain and Europe (1 course before 1650, 1 course after 1650); 2 courses in American literature; ENMO 300 Modernity in Literature (3); ENGE 3XX; and 3 electives at the 300 level. Majors may substitute 1 ENGL 100-level elective for 1 300-level elective, excluding period and national/cultural requirements. In addition, 3-credits earned in an internship through the English Department (ENGL 480 Internship (3)) may count toward the major.
* Students need 3 additional coures (9 credits), one of which can be at the 100-level. In addition to the courses indicated above, choose from the list of courses below.
Students who major in English may choose one of three optional Emphases. The Emphases are designed to give students additional opportunities for professional development in fields related to the English major. Each Emphasis is comprised of 12 additional credits in required and elective courses, as described below. Other electives may also be selected in consultation with the chair of the Department of English.
Students may also complete up to 3 credits in related internships (ENGL 480).
Certification in Secondary Education
In lieu of general electives, English Majors may pursue Certification in Secondary Education offered through the Division of Education. For requirements, see Certification in Secondary Education (Grades 7-12).
Electives
42 to 48 credits
Note
To earn a Bachelor of Arts in English, students complete a minimum of 120 credit hours. Students must also earn a major GPA of 2.0, and a cumulative GPA of 2.0.