English: Literature (B.A.)
The English programs at West Liberty University prepare students for many pathways beyond graduation, especially those that benefit from a graduate’s ability to read, think, and write critically. Many majors prepare students for specific careers, but majoring in English opens countless doors for students who are especially interested in studying the ways in which language and literature shape the world around them. Along the way, English majors grow into the types of graduates employers are looking for and, perhaps more importantly, individuals with the skills needed to continue to grow as global citizens and lifelong learners.
With a flexible curriculum that allows students many opportunities to explore a wide variety of interests related to language and literature, English: Literature majors acquire the skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing world where employers expect college graduates to think critically and communicate effectively. Although most of the Required Courses in the English program focus primarily on American and British literature, students with particular interests can focus their electives around diverse topics such as composition, Appalachian literature, young-adult literature, linguistics, and literary theory. In the end, through whichever paths the students ultimate take, they will gain a deeper insight into the human experience while cultivating concrete skills related to research, analysis, and communication.
Requirements
Required Courses
Choose 3 hours from the following:
| ENG 204 | British Literature through the 18th Century | 3 |
| ENG 214 | British Lit after 18th Cent | 3 |
Choose 3 hours from the following:
| ENG 205 | American Lit Before Civil War | 3 |
| ENG 215 | American Lit after Civil War | 3 |
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