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
36
Major Credit Hours
24
Elective Credit Hours
- Plan Your Degree
- Crush Your Course
- Find Your Place
- Broaden Your Perspectives
- Connect Off-Campus
- Take Care of Yourself
- Pave Your Path
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 |
|---|---|
|
A1: ENGL 1101
English Composition 1 |
3 |
|
A2: MATH 1001 OR 1111
Quantitative Skills & Reasoning or College Algebra |
3 |
|
FL 1001
Elementary Foreign Language 1 (French, German or Spanish) |
3 |
|
E1: HIST 1111 OR 1112
World History |
3 |
| E4: Social Science | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1101 with a C or better.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
A1: ENGL 1102
English Composition 2 |
3 |
|
C2: FL 1002
Elementary Foreign Language 2 (French, German or Spanish) |
3 |
|
E3: POLS 1101
American Government |
3 |
|
E2: HIST 2111 OR 2112
US History |
3 |
| B1: Written and Oral Communication | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1102 with a C or better.
- Complete Core Area A of core curriculum.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: ENGL 2120, 2130, 2180, OR 2190
British Literature, American Literature, African American Literature, or Women’s Literature |
3 |
|
F: ENGL 2001
Introduction to Literature |
3 |
|
F: FL 2001
Intermediate Foreign Language 1 (French, German or Spanish) |
3 |
|
D1: Science + Lab
|
4 |
| B2: Institutional Options | 2 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 2001.
- Complete Core Area B of core curriculum.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: ENGL 2120, 2130, 2180, OR 2190
British Literature, American Literature, African American Literature, or Women’s Literature |
3 |
|
F: ENGL 2110
World Literature |
3 |
|
F: FL 2002 OR FORL 2200/2300
Intermediate Foreign Language 2 (French, German or Spanish) |
3 |
| C1: Fine Arts | 3 |
| D2: Math, Science, and Technology | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 2110, complete Area F.
- Complete Foreign Language Requirement.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
ENGL 3000
Research & Methodology |
3 |
|
ENGL 4000
Studies in British Lit 1 |
3 |
|
ENGL 4002
Studies in British Lit 2 |
|
| D1: Non-lab Science | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
Milestone:
- Complete core curriculum.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
ENGL 4003
Studies in American Literature 1 |
3 |
|
ENGL 4005
Studies in American Literature 2 |
3 |
| ENGL Course | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
Milestone:
- Complete Literary History Requirement.
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 | 3 |
| ENGL Course | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
ENGL 4384
Senior Seminar |
3 |
| ENGL Course | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
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.
- If you qualify, consider applying for the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s program.
Last Year:
- Present your research at the DEFLPA 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 Sigma Tau Delta, the English Honor Society.
- Apply to work on one of our student journals (LURe or Eclectic) or submit your work to them.
- Talk with your mentor about research opportunities and career options.
Last Year:
- Consider a leadership role in Sigma Tau Delta 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.
Careers
Career Opportunities
This degree can help you get work as the following:
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