The English major is designed to develop communication, critical thinking, and people skills through reading, writing, and thinking. There is an embedded emphasis on literature and culture, with the choice of a traditional major or a concentration in creative writing. The major offers both a broad survey of the major works of Western literature and the opportunity to develop depth in one or more realms of literature and writing.
Students who graduate with an English major will be able to:
- Critically analyze works of poetry, fiction, and drama from various eras of American and English literature.
- Think and write clearly and analytically.
- Complete an original work of criticism.
- Be prepared for graduate study in literature.
Students who choose the concentration in Creative Writing will be able to:
- Create an original work of literature.
- Be prepared for graduate study in a fine arts writing program.
Foundational Studies
| General Education | 48 units |
| Bible and Theology | 18 units |
| Free Electives/Minor | 29 units |
The following courses are part of the requirements for this major and are recommended to fulfill General Education requirements or as part of a student’s elective choices:
| American History (Social Science) | 3 |
| Introduction to Philosophy (Humanities) | 3 |
| Introduction to Psychology or Developmental Psychology (Behavioral Science) | 3 |
English Major
| Literature and Culture (ENGL110) | 3 |
| Foundations of British Literature (ENGL220) | 3 |
| British Literature since 1800 (ENGL221) | 3 |
| American Literature (ENGL230) | 3 |
| Shakespeare (ENGL320) | 3 |
Concentrations: Choose one from the following:
| Creative Writing | 33 Total Units |
| Literature | 33 Total Units |
| Journalism | 33 Total Units |
| Teaching | 39-42 Total Units |
| Total for English Major | 33 units |
| General Education | 48 units |
| Bible and Theology | 18 units |
| Free Electives/Minor | 29 units |
| Total units: | 128 units |