An English Literature major or English Literature minor is an excellent companion to many other degrees, combining the widely-applicable analytical and communication skills of a Literature degree with career specific training. The minor in English Literature exposes students to poetry, prose, drama, film, and other media. Minoring in English Literature will help you acquire a broad knowledge of literary figures and traditions, and it will develop your abilities to read critically and to write eloquently and persuasively.
Required Classes
Complete the following:
- ENGLIT275 – Methods of Literary Studies (3)
Take at least 2 of the following:
- ENGLIT267 – Survey of British Literature I (3)
- ENGLIT268 – Survey of British Literature II (3)
- ENGLIT277 – Survey of American Literature I (3)
- ENGLIT278 – Survey of American Literature II (3)
- ENGLIT261 – Literary History I (3)
- ENGLIT262 – Literary History II (3)
Take at least 9 credits from the following:
- Upper-division ENGLIT courses
Take at least 3 credits from the following:
- Upper-division ENGLIT, LING, WRITE, HCS, WORLD, or CW.
Grand Total Credits: 21