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English

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The mission of the Department of English and Foreign Languages emerges from Lander's rich liberal arts tradition. Through writing, textual analysis, and intercultural experiences, students develop the language skills and cultural fluency necessary for professional success and personal fulfillment.

Students majoring in English study literature, writing, and language. This study prepares students for careers in education, law, theology, business, public relations, mass media, and public service. Although the British-American heritage is central, African-American, Native American, European, and non-western contributions to this literary tradition are also studied in relevant courses.

 

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Note: The information below provides convenient links to some of the courses required for this degree; however, it should not be used as a course registration guide. Please refer to the official Lander University Academic Catalog for the most accurate and up-to-date program requirements.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS1 CREDIT
HOURS
A. Core Skills

 

  ENGL 101 Writing and Inquiry I 3
  ENGL 102 Writing and Inquiry II 3
   

Approved Mathematics

3

B. Humanities and Fine Arts

  ENGL 114 Introduction to Literature 3
  Approved Humanities and Fine Arts elective 3
C. Behavioral and Social Perspectives
(6 hours selected from 2 different disciplines)
6
D. Scientific and Mathematical Reasoning
    Approved Science or Mathematics 3
    Approved Lab Science 4
E. Founding Documents of the United States
  HIST 111R2 United States History to 1877
OR
HIST 112R2 United States History since 1877
OR
POLS 101R2 American National Government
3
F. World Cultures 3
G. LINK 101 1
Total General Education Requirements 35

1 For approved courses see the General Education section
If you already have credit for HIST 111, do not take HIST 111R; if you already have credit for HIST 112, do not take HIST 112R; if you already have credit for POLS 101, do not take POLS 101R

 

MAJOR PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS CREDIT
HOURS
ENGL 199 Careers in English 1
ENGL 200 Writing Skills for English Majors 2
ENGL 499 Senior Seminar 3

 

MAJOR PROGRAM ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS CREDIT
HOURS
101-level Foreign Language 0-3*
102-level Foreign Language 0-3*
200-level Foreign Language 0-3*
ENGL 201 Survey of British Literature 3
ENGL 202 Survey of American Literature 3
ENGL 345 Introduction to Language and Linguistics 3

*English majors are required to complete foreign language study through the intermediate level (SPAN or FR 203). Students who place above the 203 Intermediate level are exempt from the major requirement for foreign language.

 

MAJOR PROGRAM ELECTIVES CREDIT
HOURS
300-level English courses (select 3)
ENGL 301, ENGL 303, ENGL 304, ENGL 311, ENGL 312, ENGL 322, ENGL 325, ENGL 326ENGL 338, ENGL 339, ENGL 344, WRIT 300, WRIT 350, WRIT 353, WRIT 354, WRIT 364WRIT 373
9

400-level English courses (select 3)
ENGL 401, ENGL 402, ENGL 403, ENGL 406, ENGL 413, ENGL 414, ENGL 417ENGL 445, WRIT 450WRIT 453
9

Upper-level English electives
Select three additional courses from the 300- and 400-level courses listed above
9
   
Total Major Program Requirements 39-51*
Additional Electives 34-46*
TOTAL FOR BA DEGREE 120

 

  • Coursework must include at least 30 hours earned in 300 or above level courses, of which 12 hours must be in the major.
  • See the 4-year major guide for recommended order in which to take courses