B.A. English Program Map
General Concentration
The B.A. program in English offers courses that enable students to develop skills in written discourse, to comprehend the defining traits of major literary genres, to understand the history of literature, to interpret texts in light of pertinent critical perspectives, to acquire proficiency in scholarly research, and to relate the facts and ideas of the discipline to other fields.
Stats
60
Core Credit Hours
30
Major Credit Hours
30
Elective Credit Hours
Plan Your Degree
Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C1: ENGL 1101
English Composition I |
3 |
|
M: MATH 1001 OR 1111
Quantitative Skills & Reasoning or College Algebra |
3 |
|
S1: HIST 1111 OR 1112
World History |
3 |
|
A1: Fine Arts |
3 |
|
S2: Social Science |
3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1101 with a C or better.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C2: ENGL 1102
English Composition II |
3 |
|
A2: FL 1001
Elementary Foreign Language I (French, German or Spanish) |
3 |
|
P2: POLS 1101
American Government |
3 |
|
P1: HIST 2111 OR 2112
US History |
3 |
|
I1: Written and Oral Communication |
3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1102 with a C or better.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: ENGL 2060, 2120, 2130, 2180, OR 2190*
Introduction to Creative Writing, British Literature, American Literature, African American Literature, or Women’s Literature |
3 |
|
F: ENGL 2001
Introduction to Literature |
3 |
|
F: FL 1002
Elementary Foreign Language II (French, German or Spanish) |
3 |
|
T1: Science + Lab |
4 |
|
I2: Institutional Options |
2 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 2001.
- Complete Foreign Language Requirement.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: ENGL 2060, 2120, 2130, 2180, OR 2190*
Introduction to Creative Writing, British Literature, American Literature, African American Literature, or Women’s Literature |
3 |
|
F: ENGL 2060, 2120, 2130, 2180, OR 2190*
Introduction to Creative Writing, British Literature, American Literature, African American Literature, or Women’s Literature |
3 |
|
F: ENGL 2110
World Literature |
3 |
| ENGL 3000 Research & Methodology |
3 |
|
T3: STEM Course |
3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 2110, complete Area F.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
Option*:
- 3 hour Max in Field of Study (F) may be FREN/GRMN/SPAN 2001 or XIDS 2300-Intro to Linguistics
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
ENGL 4000
Studies in British Lit I |
3 |
|
ENGL 4002
Studies in British Lit II |
3 |
|
T2: Non-lab Science |
3 |
|
Minor/Elective |
3 |
|
Minor/Elective |
3 |
Milestone:
- Complete Core IMPACTS.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
ENGL 4003
Studies in American Literature I |
3 |
|
ENGL 4005
Studies in American Literature II |
3 |
|
ENGL Course
3000/4000 level ENGL course |
3 |
|
Minor/Elective |
3 |
|
Minor/Elective |
3 |
Milestone:
- Complete Literary History Requirement.
- If you are considering the English ABM pathway, you need to submit your application this semester.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
Additional Information:
- Students need to take all four literary history courses (ENGL 4000, 4002, 4003, 4005), but they may take these courses in any order.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
ENGL Course
3000/4000 level ENGL course |
3 |
|
ENGL Course*
3000/4000 level ENGL course |
3 |
|
Minor/Elective |
3 |
|
Minor/Elective |
3 |
|
Minor/Elective |
3 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
ENGL 4384
Senior Seminar |
3 |
|
ENGL Course*
3000/4000 level ENGL course |
3 |
|
Minor/Elective |
3 |
|
Minor/Elective |
3 |
|
Minor/Elective |
3 |
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
*ABM Pathway
- You will take one graduate course each semester in your fourth year with the ABM pathway. You can choose from ENGL 6105 (British Literature I), ENGL 6115 (British Literature II), ENGL 6110 (American Literature I), or ENGL 6120 (American Literature II).
Crush Your Course
First Year:
- Visit the University Writing Center as you finish your First Year Writing sequence.
- Learn about the resources available at Ingram Library.
- Get started on your language requirement by a class in Spanish, French, or German.
Middle Years:
- Take ENGL 3000 (Research and Methodology) and start your literary history sequence.
- Consider doing an internship in a field you want to learn more about.
Last Year:
- Present your research at the School of Humanities Undergraduate Conference or Scholars' Day.
- Complete Senior Seminar.
Find Your Place
First Year:
- Go to an on-campus reading by a visiting author or attend an on-campus film festival.
- Talk to your English faculty mentor.
Middle Years:
- Participate in events sponsored by English Club.
- Apply to work on LURe, our student research journal, or submit work to the journal.
- Talk with your mentor about research opportunities and career options.
Last Year:
- Consider a leadership role in English Club or one of our journals.
- Talk with your mentor about your plans for after graduation.
Broaden Your Perspectives
First Year:
- Check out the education abroad office.
Middle Years:
- Consider a study abroad program. Check out students’ stories of their experiences.
Last Year:
- Assess your cultural competency.
- Consider working abroad and research visa regulations.
- Explore practices of creating more inclusive careers.
Connect Off-Campus
First Year:
- Visit Wolves Vote to learn about the voting process and registration.
- Consider volunteering for a campaign or organization in your community.
Middle Years:
- Complete an internship in your field.
- Consider a summer or part-time job.
- Ask your department about networking opportunities with alumni.
Last Year:
- Ask for advice from professionals in your field of interest.
- Explore career shadowing opportunities.
Take Care of Yourself
First Year:
- Visit Health Services.
- Get fit! Visit URec to see all your options.
- Visit the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy.
Middle Years:
- Take a fitness class, climb the rock wall, or join an intramural team.
- Consider whether counseling is right for you: take a mental health screening.
Last Year:
- Explore a farmer’s market for fresh produce.
- Develop a post-graduation exercise plan.
- Explore your loan repayment options and complete your exit counseling.
Pave Your Path
First Year:
- Complete a self-assessment to see what careers and majors are right for you.
- Visit Career Services.
- Create your profile on Handshake.
- Consider applying for an on-campus job.
Middle Year:
- Draft your resume and attend a resume blitz.
- Learn about how to network on social media and update your Handshake profile.
- Draft your personal statement.
- Visit the graduate school to find out about graduate programs and admission requirements.
Last Year:
- Request references from professors and supervisors.
- Draft your resume cover letter and personal statement and revise it with career services.
- Attend business fairs and career fairs at UWG and across the state.
- Attend an interview workshop.
- Apply for graduate programs.
ABM Pathway
ABM Pathway for English
Students interested in jumpstarting their career progress may apply for the ABM (Accelerated Bachelor to Master ) program, which allows students to count six credit hours of graduate level coursework towards their B.A. degree; these credit hours will also count towards the M.A. degree, reducing the time it takes to earn both degrees. Students will apply for the program in their junior year and must have a G.P.A. of 3.5. Students must have completed ENGL 3000 prior to starting their ABM coursework; students are also advised to have completed one 4000-level literary history course prior to beginning their graduate level course substitutions.
Thesis Track
Year 5
- ENGL 6120: American Lit II (Fall Semester)
- ENGL 6301: Studies in Pedagogy (Fall Semester)
- ENGL 6115: British Lit II (Diversity and Global Perspectives attribute*) (Spring Semester)
- ENGL 6385: Special Topics (Spring Semester)
- ENGL 5XXX: 5000-level ENGL course (Summer Semester)
Year 6
- ENGL 6105: British Lit. I (Fall Semester)
- ENGL 6399: Thesis Hours (Fall Semester)
- ENGL 6399: Thesis Hours (Spring Semester)
Examination:
- Thesis completion and defense
Degree Information:
- These outlines are for planning purposes; please consult with the Coordinator of Graduate Studies about your individual progress and plans. Students may change their track designation and thus change the required number of courses and graduation requirements. The order of classes taken depends on course offerings and student preference.
Thesis Track Information:
- In the Thesis Track, no more than one (1) 5000-level course may count as credit toward the degree. 5000-level graduate courses are graduate sections of upper-level undergrad courses.
*Note on Seminars:
- Topic seminars in American Lit I, American Lit II, British Lit I, British Lit II and Special Topics may be designated each term as fulfilling the Diversity and Global Perspectives requirement, based on the specific seminar topic and content. Students may fulfill that requirement with any 3-hour 6000-level seminar designated as Diversity and Global Perspectives.
Capstone Track
Year 5 Courses
- ENGL 6120: American Lit II (Fall Semester)
- ENGL 6301: Studies in Pedagogy (Fall Semester)
- ENGL 6115: British Lit II (Diversity/Global requirement attribute*) (Spring Semester)
- ENGL 6385: Special Topics (Spring Semester)
- ENGL 500X: 5000-level literary history course (Summer Semester)
- ENGL 5385: 5000-level special topics course (Summer Semester)
Year 6
- ENGL 6105: British Lit I (Fall Semester)
- ENGL 6399: Capstone Hours (Fall Semester)
Examination:
- Capstone completion and defense
Degree Information:
- These outlines are for planning purposes; please consult with the Coordinator of Graduate Studies about your individual progress and plans. Students may change their track designation and thus change the required number of courses and graduation requirements. The order of classes taken depends on course offerings and student preference.
Capstone Information:
- Please note: In the Capstone Track, no more than two (2) 5000-level courses may count as credit toward the degree. 5000-level graduate courses are graduate sections of upper-level undergrad courses.
*Note on Seminars:
- Topic seminars in American Lit I, American Lit II, British Lit I, British Lit II and Special Topics may be designated each term as fulfilling the Diversity and Global Perspectives requirement, based on the specific seminar topic and content. Students may fulfill that requirement with any 3-hour 6000-level seminar designated as Diversity and Global Perspectives.
Careers
Career Opportunities
This degree may help you get work as the following:
- Advertising Manager
- Archivist
- Copywriter
- Editor
- English Teacher
- ESL Teacher
- Interpreter or Translator
- Public Relations Specialist
- Technical Writer
- Web Content Specialist
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