B.A. in English Total Credit Hours 120
Symbol Key
^ Grade of “C” or better required.
* This course has a prerequisite.
# Possible waiver by exam.
♦ A major course that meets a General Education requirement.
+ Possible waiver with a specified number of transfer credits upon first-time admission.
English Learning Outcomes
Students in the English major will articulate key components of literature and literary history. Students will demonstrate writing competence for a variety of contexts. Students will demonstrate an ability to think broadly and critically. English majors will be able to analyze and evaluate texts and literature from a Christian worldview. Students will connect knowledge and skills acquired in the program to situations they may encounter beyond the university experience. Students will be prepared for careers directly related to their English studies and for other broader careers such as advertising, marketing, ministry, public relations, and law.
Upper-level Course Requirements
Depending on which courses students choose in the English major, they may not acquire 36 upper-level credit hours (numbered 300-499) in their major coursework. However, students are required to complete 36 credit hours of upper-level courses in order to graduate. Students in the English major should include upper-level coursework in their electives to ensure they will meet graduation requirements.
Program Oversight
The English major is overseen by the Department of English. Courses with the ENG number are administered by this department. Questions about the major should be directed to the department chair.