The mission of the BA in English Language is to equip students with advanced mastery of the English language and a comprehensive understanding of English Literature. This program prepares students for successful careers in teaching, communications, and related fields, or for pursuing advanced degrees in English studies.
Program Educational Objectives
The program is designed to prepare students to:
- 1.Expand Knowledge: Develop a deep understanding of English and its diverse cultural and literary forms.
- 2.Commit to Lifelong Learning: Embrace continuous learning in English as an academic discipline.
- 3.Pursue Advanced Degrees: Seek graduate degrees and explore opportunities to build upon their undergraduate education.
- 4.Achieve Career Success: Apply academic skills to professional competencies for a successful career path.
- 5.Cultivate Critical Thinking: Utilize training in interpretation and analysis to become lifelong critical thinkers in all endeavors.
- 6.Develop Ethical Standards: Establish a personal and professional code of ethics to guide their professional and personal lives.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon graduation, students should be able to:
- 1.Describe the different stages of English literary history and the most well-known works of English literature.
- 2.Explain the structure of the English language as it has evolved over time through the use of linguistics as an academic discipline.
- 3.Apply critical and interpretive methods to the study of language and literature.
- 4.Understand the multiplicity of Anglophone dialects and literatures of the world.
- 5.Articulate how literary and cultural texts can transform one's understanding of oneself and others.
All first-year applicants must complete the
Admission Requirements.
Graduation Requirements
Students majoring in English must successfully complete a total of 102 credits, maintaining an overall GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale and a minimum average of 2.0 in the major requirements. A minimum grade of "C" is required in ENL 213 and either ENL 223 or ENL 230.