Return to: College of Arts & Sciences

Program objectives for a B.A. in English are: (a) to develop skills in critical thinking, reading, and writing; (b) to have opportunities to consider the relationships among language, literature, culture, and writing; (c) to concentrate study of these interrelated areas in one of six endeavors, each with its own particular focus: African American literature, applied linguistics, creative writing, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, literature, and professional writing.

Note:  Students should see the English advisor who will explain the advantages of the various concentrations and assist students in developing an appropriate program of study.

Programs

• English - (B.A.)
• English - African-American Literature Concentration, (B.A.)
• English - Applied Linguistics Concentration, (B.A.)
• English - Creative Writing Concentration, (B.A.)
• English - Literature Concentration, (B.A.)
• English - Professional Writing Concentration, (B.A.)
• English - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Concentration, (B.A.)

• English Minor

• English, (Accelerated B.A./M.A)

Return to: College of Arts & Sciences