English (Arts & Science)
Department contact:
107 Tate Hall
573-882-6421
Degrees:
Bachelor of Arts in English
English Minor
English Writing Minor
Overview:
The English Department provides a major with emphases in literature, language, creative writing and folklore/oral tradition. A major in English develops skills in reading, critical thinking and writing. A degree in English is not intended to provide specific vocational training but rather to give a broad, open-ended education that can lead to many different careers, especially those requiring excellent communication skills.
Recent graduates have gone on to careers in teaching, publishing, television, film, advertising, public relations, insurance and government. In addition, English is excellent preparation for graduate or professional schools such as law and business.
Academic Information
Admission Requirements:
Any student may declare a major in English. Students must complete College Algebra and English 1000 with a C- or above and have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to complete a graduation plan with the College of Arts & Science.
Minimum GPA for Admission: 2.0
Specifically required non-major courses for the BA degree:
None other than those required for Arts & Science Foundation requirement
Entry-level courses to sample the major:
Any 2000 level English course (check prerequisites)
Sample 8-semester outline(s):
http://registrar.missouri.edu/Catalog/Plans/ARTSCI_english_BA06.pdf
Related majors, minors and areas of study on the MU campus:
Art, Classics, Communication, History, Journalism, Language Arts Education, Linguistics, Theatre, Theatre Performance, Writing for Theatre Performance
Department Website:
http://english.missouri.edu
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