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An English Major or Minor enables students to develop expertise in analyzing literature and using language in a wide variety of ways:
* to read with comprehension and critical judgment;
* to study and evaluate literature and other writings within historical, aesthetic, and other contexts:
* to communicate one's ideas accurately and clearly;
* to perform scholarly research and construct persuasive arguments using a variety of sources;
* to craft language in meaningful and effective ways:
* to promote literacy through instruction and other activities; and
* to appreciate the important role that literature and language play in the contemporary world.
The core of the English major consists of four basic kinds of courses in the upper division: literary history courses, literary genre courses, literary seminars, and writing courses. The Department also offers a Credential Program, a Graduate program, and an MFA in Creative Writing.
The Subject Matter Program for teaching credential candidates contains a number of specific prerequisites and special required courses, some of which are outside the Department of English. For specific program requirements, consult with the credential coordinator each semester.