English

The English concentration provides a broad understanding of literature and cultivates skills in critical and creative writing. Students may choose one of two options within the English concentration: Literature or Creative Writing.

Concentration Requirements:

Option 1: Literature

The Literature option provides a broad background in British and American literature, some exposure to non-Western and diverse literatures, and training in the critical skill of reading, interpretation, and analysis.

* Electives may be used for the upper level credits and for an area of emphasis.Up to one 3-credit writing course can be used and an elective.

Option 2: Creative Writing

The Creative Writing option combines the above areas with technical mastery of various writing genres.

* Electives may be used for the upper level credits and for an area of emphasis.

Prerequisites:

• ENG101: English Composition 1
• ENG 102: English Composition 2

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who graduate with a concentration in English with a focus in Literature, will be able to:

1. demonstrate an understanding of literary history and traditions in British, America, and world literature;
2. explain the foundational elements of literary analysis, such as plot, setting, character, point of view, theme, and cultural expectations;
3. explain traditional literary genres such as poetry, drama, fiction, and prose essays;
4. demonstrate and understanding of literary criticism.

Students who graduate with a concentration in English with a focus in Creative Writing, will be able to:

1. identify and demonstrate knowledge of various techniques of creative writing;
2. produce creative stories, poems, plays, or essays in the form, style, grammar, length, and writing level appropriate for the literary context.