Bachelor of Arts in English
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The program in English seeks to help students express themselves effectively, especially in writing; develop a respect for and an understanding of language; appreciate and profit from a study of our common literary heritage; increase their awareness of and empathy for diverse peoples and cultures; discover the relevance of ideas and values found in their reading; and learn to think critically and evaluate wisely.
English majors are prepared for a variety of careers in advertising, communications, education, government, management, personnel work, public relations, and sales. A degree in English also provides an excellent undergraduate preparation for the student planning to pursue graduate study of business, law, or the humanities.
The degree program in English requires 36 semester hours in English
- ENGL 2063 Introduction to Literary Studies
- ENGL 3013 Systems of Grammar, ENGL 3023 Introduction to Linguistics or ENGL 4013 History of the English Language
- ENGL 3313 American Literature to 1900
- ENGL 3323 Modern American Literature
- ENGL 3413 British Literature to 1800
- ENGL 3423 British Literature since 1800
- ENGL 4103 Literary Theory
- 15 credit hours of English electives
The English major must also complete two semesters of study in one foreign language or have completed two years of language study in high school with grades of "C" or better.
Students who plan to use an English degree as a preparation for law school are encouraged to complete some of the following electives in addition to their required courses:
- BLAW 2033 Legal Environment of Business
- CJ 2043 Crime and Delinquency/SOC 2043 Crime and Delinquency
- CJ 3023 Judicial Process/POLS 3023 Judicial Process
- CJ 4023 Law and the Legal System
- COMM 2003 Public Speaking
- COMM 2111 Debate Practicum-COMM 2121 Debate Practicum
- COMM 2173 Business and Professional Speaking
- JOUR 4123 Laws of Communication
- PHIL 3073 Philosophy of Law
- PHIL 3103 Logic
- POLS 4033 Principles of Legal Study
- POLS 4043 American Constitutional Law
- PSY 2003 General Psychology
Curriculum
The matrix below is a sample plan for all coursework required for this program.
| Fall | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENGL 1013 Composition I 1 |
3 |
| SS 1XXX Social Science Courses 1 |
3 |
| MATH XXXX Mathematics 1 |
3 |
|
Beginning Language I 2 |
3 |
| TECH 1001 Orientation to the University | 1 |
| Elective 3 | 1 |
| Total Hours | 14 |
| Spring | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENGL 1023 Composition II 1 |
3 |
| SS 1XXX Social Science Courses 1 |
3 |
| SCIL 1XXX Science with Laboratory 1 |
4 |
| Beginning Language II 2 |
3 |
| Elective 3 |
1 |
| Total Hours | 14 |
| Fall | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENGL 2063 Introduction to Literary Studies | 3 |
| FAH 1XXX Fine Arts and Humanities Courses 1 |
3 |
| SCIL 1XXX Science with Laboratory 1 |
4 |
| USHG 1XXX U.S. History and Government 1 |
3 |
| English Elective 3 |
3 |
| Total Hours | 16 |
| Spring | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENGL 3013 Systems of Grammar or ENGL 3023 Introduction to Linguistics or ENGL 4013 History of the English Language | 3 |
| SFHS 1XXX Social Sciences/Fine Arts/Humanities/Communication Courses 1 | 3 |
| FAH 1XXX Fine Arts and Humanities Courses 1 |
3 |
| ENGL 4103 Literary Theory 4 | 3 |
| Elective 3 |
3 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Fall | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENGL 3313 American Literature to 1900 | 3 |
| ENGL 3413 British Literature to 1800 | 3 |
| English Elective 3 |
3 |
| Elective 3 |
6 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Spring | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENGL 3323 Modern American Literature | 3 |
| ENGL 3423 British Literature since 1800 | 3 |
| English Elective 3 |
3 |
| Elective 3 |
6 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Fall | Credits |
|---|---|
| English Elective (3000-4000 level) 3,4 |
3 |
| Elective 3,4 |
12 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Spring | Credits |
|---|---|
| English Elective (3000-4000 level) 3,4 | 3 |
| Elective 3,4 |
13 |
| Total Hours | 16 |
1See appropriate alternatives or substitutions in "General Education Requirements".
2All minimum college hours (at least two semesters) should be in one language. Students
with previous study in a foreign language should refer to Foreign Language Advanced
Placement and Credit under Credit by Examination. Students may waive three hours of
language requirements for every one year of language study in high school with grades
of "C" or better.
3At least 40 of the 120 hours required for graduation must be earned in 3000-4000 level
courses.
4Students admitted to the Accelerated BA in English to MA in English Program can substitute
twelve (12) hours 5000-6000 level graduate English courses for 12 hours of general
electives, English electives, or cross listed 5000-level English courses.