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English B.A.

Required credits to graduate with this degree: 120


Develop language skills and experiences and a sound appreciation for the liberal arts in Mayville State University’s English/English Education programs. MSU provides quality literary experiences that help prepare students for a wide variety of career opportunities.

Mayville State University’s English programs prepare students for careers, life-long learning, citizenship, cultural enhancement, and problem solving. Core requirements provide a comprehensive overview of basic materials and a commitment to innovative technology-enriched education and learning relationships with community, employers, and society.

English majors must complete 36 hours of essential studies. The following Essential Studies courses are required: COMM 110, ENGL 110, ENGL 120 or ENGL 125, PSYC 111, and SOC 110. Additional requirement: ENGL 220. These courses are pre-requisite courses to this major.

Students will be required to complete a minor.

Student Learning Outcomes:

  • SLO 1: Candidates respond critically to texts through written analyses, formatted for a collegiate, academic audience.
  • SLO 2: Candidates read critically and showcase their understanding by isolating literary themes within and among readings.
  • SLO 3: Candidates demonstrate knowledge of literary genres and effectively summarize, analyze, and synthesize among readings.

Requirements

Core Courses

ENGL 261American Literature I

3
ENGL 301/COMM 301Introduction to Literary Criticism

3
ENGL 320Advanced Grammar

3
ENGL 351British Literature I

3
ENGL 352British Literature II

3
ENGL 360Shakespeare

3
ENGL 408Advanced Composition

3
ENGL 460British Novel

3
ENGL 476SComprehensive Examination

1

Select one of the following Diverse Literature Courses (3 SH)

ENGL 236Women's Literature

3
ENGL 340Literature Of Non-Western Wrld

3
ENGL 425World Literature Seminar

3

ENGL or COMM Electives: Select 6 hours from the following

COMM 212Interpersonal Communication

3
COMM 280Understanding Film & Television

3
COMM 311Oral Interpretation of Literature

3
COMM 314Argumentation and Debate

3
COMM 316Intercultural Communication

3
COMM 323Writing and Editing for the Media

3
COMM 414Media Law and Ethics

3
ENGL 262American Literature II

3
ENGL 350/LMIS 350Young Adult Literature/Media

3

Total Core Credit Hours 34 SH

Essential Studies Courses 36 SH

English Core 34 SH

Elective Courses 13-27 SH

Minors 18-32 SH

Total 120 SH

*Minor required