English, Bachelor of Science in Education

The major for the Bachelor of Science in Education requires 45 semester hours. The aim of the program is the development of competence in reading and writing skills, understanding of the history and development of the English language, and knowledge of the major writers, texts, trends, genres, and historical development of the British and American literary canons. The Bachelor of Science in Education degree is the option chosen by those who plan to teach at the secondary level.

The core courses taken by all degree candidates are directed toward developing the requisite skills in reading, writing, and cultural literacy needed by students, both English and non-English majors, to participate in the broader culture.

Requirements

• Core Curriculum Requirements (see Core Curriculum Requirements for Degree--Bachelor of Science in Education)
• Electives
• Minor Requirements

Major requirements

EN 100	English Composition I	3-4
	Or
EN 110	English Composition I-Honors	3-4
EN 101	English Composition II	3-4
	Or
EN 111	English Composition II-Honors	3-4
EN 210	Survey of British Literature I	3
EN 211	Survey of British Literature II	3
EN 220	Survey of American Literature I	3
EN 221	Survey of American Literature II	3
EN 270	Survey of World Literature I	3
EN 355	Advanced Grammar	3
EN 395	Survey of Contemporary Literature	3
EN 430	Shakespeare	3
EN 440	History of the English Language	3
EN 460	Literary Forms & Techniques	3

Select 1 of the following courses

EN 332	Dramatic Literature	3
EN 428	Studies in the Novel	3
EN 451	Studies in Regional or Ethnic Literature	3
EN 461	Special Topics in English	3

Select 1 of the following courses

EN 314	Introduction to Creative Writing	3
EN 328	Writing for Stage & Screen	3
EN 329	Writing for the Professions	3
EN 367	Creative Non-Fiction Writing	3

Three hours of an elective

(300-level or above)

Total Credit Hours: 123-132