Bachelor of Arts in English
Loretto, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2024
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STUDY FORMAT
Blended, On-Campus
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Introduction
Earn a Versatile Degree in English from Saint Francis University
Over the course of their studies, English majors develop skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking—skills that are essential and highly sought after in any career. In Saint Francis University’s English program, students will benefit from expert professors and small class sizes that facilitate individualized study in a variety of concentrations.
- Small class sizes perfect for focused discussion and individualized study
- Flexible curriculum and experienced faculty who will help you to reach your goals
- Opportunities for publishing, editing, and tutoring
The SFU Learning Experience
We believe that focused discussions in small groups about good books and good writing provide the best kind of education for English majors. We also work individually with students on their own interpretations of literary texts and writing endeavors. Majors have published scholarship in journals, served as editors of online publications and presented scholarly and creative works at literary conferences.
Explore career paths built on the written word.
Your interests will determine whether you follow the path of a professional or creative writer, teacher, lawyer, journalist, artist, editor, etc; it’s all up to you.
Research: In our program, opportunities for research can lead you to publication in scholarly journals and presentations at conferences.
Creativity: If creative writing is your interest, joining the Literary Club’s writing workshops will refine your work for publication or for our writing contest, and working with the program’s own literary magazines—Tapestries and New Constellations— will offer you experience in editing and publishing.
Teaching: Working as a tutor in the Writing Center will refine your own editing and revising skills and help to prepare you for a career in teaching.
Curriculum
An undergraduate English major will provide you with both practical skills and theoretical knowledge of literature and writing. Our program helps you to build a solid foundation in literary theory and analysis, composition and creative writing, and a variety of American and British literatures. From there, you have the freedom to choose electives that most closely align with your interests and goals. For instance, you can take a course in women’s literature or Shakespeare and write your own poetry, short stories, or novels for credit. You can also add a minor or second major. In addition to our minors and concentrations, the curriculum leaves you free to pursue a double major in fields like history, Spanish, or psychology. In Saint Francis University’s English program, the possibilities are endless.
Courses Required for the Major (21 credits)
Major Requirements (21 credits)
- LIT 201 - American Literature I
- LIT 202 - American Literature II
- LIT 303 - Shakespeare’s Plays
- LIT 305 - Seventeenth-Century Literature
- LIT 405 - Eighteenth-Century Literature
- LIT 406 - English Romantic and Victorian Poetry
- LIT 407 - Principles of Literary Research, Theory, and Practice
Course Required for Concentration (12 credits)
Writing Course: An English elective course in writing at the WRIT 200 level or above. (3 credits)
Diversity Course: An English elective course in diversity to be chosen from the following.(3 credits)
- LIT 270 - Women and Literature
- LIT 384 - Literature and Disability
- LIT 386 - Minority Literature
- LIT 254 - Special Topics
- LIT 354 - Special Topics
- LIT 454 - Special Topics
Genre Course: An English elective course in the genre to be chosen from the following. (3 credits)
- LIT 204 - World Literature II
- LIT 302 - Chaucer and Medieval Literature
- LIT 333 - Literature for Young Adults
- LIT 340 - Literature and the Environment
- LIT 383 - America’s Wars in Literature, Film, and Music
- LIT 254 - Special Topics
- LIT 354 - Special Topics
- LIT 454 - Special Topics
Three additional credits from LIT or WRIT courses 200-level or above. (3 credits)
Collateral Requirements (6 credits)
- COMM 103 - Speech Fundamentals and Public Speaking
- A 201-level world language course
Program Outcome
As a graduate of our English program, you will be able to:
- Identify important literary themes, theories, and works and authors of literature in English;
- Analyze and recognize reflections of the human condition—our ideas, fears, and desires—as presented in literary works;
- Express ideas in clear, persuasive language both orally and in writing, including developing strong arguments and disseminating information accurately and concisely;
- Demonstrate excellent critical thinking and analytical skills;
- Perform research on a variety of literary topics, including identifying appropriate sources.
Career Opportunities
Now more than ever, English majors are in high demand for their reading, writing, analytical, and editing skills. Being able to communicate effectively, solve problems, and think outside the box make English majors a great fit for a multitude of career paths. Our graduates are well prepared for careers in journalism, marketing, law, publishing, teaching, technical writing, and more.
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