English (B.A.): Writing Concentration - L

Program Description

The NVU-Lyndon Department of English, Philosophy, and Film Studies provides an ideal balance between the broad preparation of an interdisciplinary liberal arts education and the specific focus of specialized study in a chosen professional or academic field. At the core of the program for all majors is a thorough grounding in creative and critical thinking, analytical reading, research, and writing; and the study of culture, providing the foundation for advanced study in the area of each student’s particular interest.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who complete the B.A. in English will demonstrate:

an understanding of the ways in which cultural, historical, and aesthetic contexts inform all kinds of text
an ability to use and cite sources responsible in scholarly research
analytical and creative skills in reading, writing, speaking, viewing, and listening
initiative and perseverance in analytical and creative endeavors

Minimum required credits for the program: 42-47

Required Core Courses (15 credits)

ENG 2130 - Introduction to Writing Poetry Credit(s): 3
OR
ENG 2140 - Introduction to Writing Fiction Credit(s): 3
ENG 2250 - Narrative Theory Credit(s): 3
FLM 1055 - Film Analysis and Appreciation Credit(s): 3
PHI 1060 - Logic, Creativity, and Persuasion Credit(s): 3
ENG 4810 - Internship in English (L) Credit(s): 2-15
(only 3 credits may be counted toward English program requirements)
FLM 4810 - Internship in Film Studies Credit(s): 2-15
(only 3 credits may be counted toward English program requirements)

Core Choice Courses (12-14 credits)

Choose four courses, with at least 6 ENG credits, from:

ENG 2155 - Multimedia Storytelling Credit(s): 3
ENG 2290 - Introduction to British Literature Credit(s): 3
ENG 2325 - Introduction to American Literature Credit(s): 3
ENG 2390 - Introduction to World Literature Credit(s): 3
ENG 2535 - Comparative Storytelling Credit(s): 3
ENG 2545 - Literary Lenses Credit(s): 3
ENG 2815 - On-Site Experience Credit(s): 1-3
ENG 3010 - Shaping Language, Shaping the World Credit(s): 3
FLM 2015 - History of Cinema I Credit(s): 4
FLM 2025 - History of Cinema II Credit(s): 4
PHI 2090 - Popular Culture and Philosophy Credit(s): 3

Writing Concentration (15 credits)

ENG 4910 - Senior Portfolio Credit(s): 3
Choose four courses (12 credits) from:
COM 2085 - Public Relations, Advertising, and Marketing Credit(s): 3
ENG 2540 - Global English: Forms, Roles & Issues Credit(s): 3
COM 3080 - Strategic Media Communications Credit(s): 3
ENG 3110 - Creative Writing Workshop Credit(s): 3
ENG 3155 - Creative Writing: Form & Theory Credit(s): 3
Note: ENG 3155 may be used twice to satisfy program requirements.
ENG 4080 - Advanced Creative Writing Workshop Credit(s): 3
ENG 4250 - Critical Approaches Credit(s): 3
OEL 3110 - Public Relations Credit(s): 3
Selected courses at the 3000 or 4000 level with approval of advisor.

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