Department of English
Degree Programs

The Department of English offers majors and minors in both literature and writing for students preparing for careers in such fields as writing, teaching, publishing, business, librarianship, law, medicine, the ministry, and diplomacy. Courses are also available for non-majors seeking personal enrichment or wishing to expand their powers of written expression. The Bachelor of Arts degree may be earned in either literature or writing; the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree may be earned in creative writing. Requirements for students in English preparing for secondary education are outlined in the School of Education and Health Sciences section.