English (B.A.)

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Requirements (40 credits)

Students are required to take 10 courses in the study of literature, composition and theory from the major curriculum including:

ENG 211 - Introduction to the Study of Language and Literature Credits: 4 (a prerequisite for all 300- and 400- level courses)
One additional 200-level course
Three 300-level courses
Two 400-level courses taken after 4 credits of 300-level courses

The remainder of the courses may be taken according to interest and category so that the student takes:

Four courses in British and American literature with at least one from each
Two courses in comparative/global literature (but only one of ENG 220 or ENG 360 )
Three courses in writing, rhetoric and/or theory

Note

Students with a major or minor in English must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 for all coursework in the major or minor.

Creative Writing Concentration

English majors may apply for a concentration in creative writing. To be considered, students must have completed two creative writing courses and submit an application with two writing samples of poetry, prose or playscripts. See department chair for application. The concentration requires 20 credits (two courses beyond the standard major requirements).

ENG 212 - Introduction to Creative Writing Credits: 4

Four courses from the following:

ENG 218 - Creative Writing: Nonfiction Credits: 4
ENG 314 - Creative Writing: Fiction Credits: 4
ENG 315 - Creative Writing: Playwriting Credits: 4
ENG 316 - Creative Writing: Poetry Credits: 4
COM 217 - Introduction to Screenwriting Credits: 4 or
COM 317 - Intermediate Screenwriting Credits: 4
ENG 419 - Advanced Studies in Creative Writing Credits: 4
ENG 420 - Literary Criticism Credits: 4
ENG 440 - The Literary Journal Credits: 4
ENG 486 - Poetics Credits: 4

English with Middle School or Secondary Education Double Major

Students seeking licensure in English at the middle school or secondary level should consult the education and English chairs for specific requirements needed for Massachusetts licensure.