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Bachelor of Arts in English Bachelor of Arts in English
PURPOSE The Bachelor of Arts degree in English is designed to lead students into greater appreciation for excellent writing and enhanced skill in written communication. As students read widely and probingly, they gain appreciation for the range of human experience and expression found in literature. A well-structured program sampling the masterpieces of Western literature, especially those written in English, gives valuable preparation for anyone preparing to work with people. For example, ministers, doctors, lawyers, counselors, public relations experts, teachers, and many others find a broad knowledge of literature helpful. In addition, studies in the history of English grammar allow the student an expanded understanding of some of the literary and linguistic changes that have occurred. Through the process of exploring these various areas, students are challenged to develop their own writing skills, both in analyzing these writers and in capturing their own ideas and experiences in words. GOALS The specific course requirements in sophomore, junior, and senior level English courses are designed to accomplish three goals: 1. Provide a solid base of understanding of major literary works written in English and the complexity of ideas expressed in them. 2. Provide a basic understanding of the history of the English language and the grammatical structure of English. 3. Provide the skills needed to use written English effectively. OBJECTIVES Graduates of the English programs offered by the Division of Humanities should possess the following knowledge and skills: English graduates should know the following: 1. Representative literary devices, themes, movements, genres, works, and authors in British, American, and World literature. 2. Influences, changes, and forms that make up the history of the English language. 3. The basic grammatical structure of English. 4. The terminology of grammar, literature, and literary criticism. English graduates should be able to do the following: 1. Employ research methods appropriate to academic studies. 2. Analyze and interpret literature using academic composition techniques. ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS To be approved as an English major the student must submit an application form to the chair of the English Department. A minimum grade point average of 2.50 is required for admission and for continuation in the program. A minimum grade of “C” is required in English 101, English 102 and Intro. to Communication. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Completion of all basic requirements for graduation from Candidates for the Bachelor of Arts degree in English will submit a research project to the department chair the 10th week of the student’s final semester. The project will be the result of two semesters of research and close work with an advisor with expertise in the chosen area. Upon final departmental approval, the paper will be presented in a public venue. Also, the English faculty will conduct an Exit Interview of each candidate. The interview will provide an opportunity for both the faculty and the student to assess the effectiveness of the English program at ENGLISH MAJOR BACHELOR OF ARTS LIBERAL ARTS CORE Communication Skills EN 101, 102 (Freshman Composition) 6 hrs. CM 130 (Intro. to Communication) 3 hrs. Humanities EN 200 Introduction to Literature 3 hrs. Art-Music Appreciation/Philosophy/ Theater/Foreign Language/Literature 3 hrs. Social and Behavioral Science History 3 hrs. Political Science/Psychology/Sociology/ Economics/Geography 3 hrs. Natural Science/Mathematical Reasoning Science (Lab course) 4 hrs. Mathematics 3 hrs. BI 140, 141 (Bible Survey) 6 hrs. BI 300 (Gospel of John) 3 hrs. TH 237 (Christian Ethics) 3 hrs. Physical Wellness PE 105 (Total Fitness) 1 hr. ET 101 (Emmanuel Transitions) 2 hrs. SS 400 (Senior Seminar) 1 hr. Total 44 hrs. MAJOR LOWER AND UPPER LEVEL COURSES Humanities Courses Foreign Language 12 hrs. English Content Courses EN 260 (Advanced Grammar) 3 hrs. EN 340 Multi-Ethnic Literature 3 hrs. EN 345 (Major American Authors I) 3 hrs. EN 346 (Major American Authors II) 3 hrs. EN 370 (Advanced Composition) 3 hrs. EN 375 (Creative Writing) 3 hrs EN 380 (History/English Language) 3 hrs. EN 395 (Critical Theories) 3 hrs. EN 445 (Major British Authors I) 3 hrs. EN 446 (Major British Authors II) 3 hrs. EN 447 (Major World Authors I) 3 hrs. EN 448 (Major World Authors II) 3 hrs. EN 490 (Shakespeare) 3 hrs. EN 474 (Senior Research Project I) 1 hr. EN 475 (Senior Research Project II) 1 hr. Minor 18 hrs. General Electives 6 hrs. Majors may select courses from other departments on campus or from the following upper level English courses: EN 311 (Adolescent Literature) 3 hrs. EN 291 (Christianity and Literature) (Infrequent ) 3 hrs. EN 293 ( EN 320 The English Novel (Infrequent) 3 hrs. EN 325 The American Novel (Infrequent) 3 hrs. EN 335 Modern Drama (Infrequent) 3 hrs. EN 392 Southern Literature (Infrequent) 3 hrs. EN 431 English Romantic Literature (Infrequent) 3 hrs. EN 450 Special Topics in English Studies (Infrequent) 3 hrs. Foreign Language 3/4 hrs. TOTAL 121 hours | |
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