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English - Undergraduate Programs

Overview

By majoring in English, students are involved simultaneously with two activities that are essentially and uniquely human: language and art. The mission of the Department of English in the College of Liberal Arts at UT Arlington is to educate students about the powers and pleasures of literary and other kinds of language.

The curriculum provides students with an understanding of theoretical and analytical processes which enable them to assimilate a variety of textual materials representing many cultures and historical periods. Students will learn to read closely, critically, and empathetically. In addition, students will learn to conduct scholarly research and to produce clear and cogent arguments in both written and oral form. These skills are widely applicable for English graduates who pursue careers in the arts, education, business, research and development, government, media, and publishing.

The Department of English offers two degree options: a BA in English and a BA in English with Teacher Certification (BATCH). The distribution requirements for both degree plans include courses in literature, rhetoric, theory, and writing. In addition to the majors, the Department of English offers minors in English, Writing, Creative Writing, and Technical Writing and Professional Communication, as well as a Certificate in Technical Writing and Professional Communication for non-degree-seeking students. Furthermore, the Department of English frequently cross-lists courses with African American Studies, Disability Studies, Environmental and Sustainability Studies, Mexican American Studies, and Women’s and Gender Studies.

Requirements for a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English

Pre-Professional Courses
General Core Requirements 36
HIST 2311, HIST 2312, HIST 2313, HIST 2314, HIST 2321, HIST 2322, or Brit/World History electives6
ENGL 1200 (new students) or UNIV 1101 (new transfer students)1-2
Modern and Classical Languages: 1441, 1442, 2313, and 2314 or equivalent 114
Electives sufficient to complete the 120 credit hours required for the degree 22-3
Professional Courses
Major. To count toward the major, all English courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.
ENGL 1301RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION I (or waiver for advanced standing) 23
ENGL 1302RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION II (or waiver for advanced standing) 23
Sophomore Literature 33
ENGL 3333DYNAMIC TRADITIONS IN LITERATURE3
ENGL 3350 INTRODUCTION TO ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION 43
ENGL 3384 STRUCTURE OF MODERN ENGLISH 43
Early English Language and Literature3
Rhetoric / Theory6
Writing / Digital Authoring3
3000/4000-level Literature elective3
3000/4000-level English electives9
ENGL 4399SENIOR SEMINAR (capstone course)3
Total Hours104-106

Teacher Certification

Students wishing to take a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English with Secondary Teacher Certification (BATCH) must complete LIST 4343 CONTENT AREA READING AND WRITING and 36 hours in English. To count toward the major, each English course must be completed with a grade of C or better. The required English courses are:

ENGL 1301RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION I (or waiver for advanced standing)3
ENGL 1302RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION II (or waiver for advanced standing)3
Sophomore Literature3
ENGL 3333DYNAMIC TRADITIONS IN LITERATURE3
ENGL 3350 INTRODUCTION TO ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION 13
ENGL 3384 STRUCTURE OF MODERN ENGLISH 13
ENGL 4326SHAKESPEARE3
Rhetoric / Theory3
Writing / Digital Authoring3
3000/4000-level Literature electives6
3000/4000-level English elective3
ENGL 4370RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS3
Total Hours39

The requirement of six hours of English or world history does not pertain to students obtaining teacher certification. Students will still need to take the required core curriculum courses, ENGL 1200 (new students) or UNIV 1101 (new transfer students), fourteen hours of foreign language courses, the required secondary certification courses, and the required elective hours necessary to complete the 120 credit hours required for the degree.

Competence in Oral Presentations

Students obtaining a BA in English can demonstrate oral proficiency by:

1. passing ENGL 4399 SENIOR SEMINAR; or

2. passing COMS 1301 FUNDAMENTALS OF PUBLIC SPEAKING, COMS 1302 VOICE AND DICTION, COMS 2305 BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION, or COMS 3315 COMMUNICATION FOR EDUCATORS (or equivalent).

Competence in Computer Use

Students obtaining a BA in English can demonstrate computer proficiency by:

1. passing ENGL 3350 INTRODUCTION TO ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION, ENGL 3372 COMPUTERS AND WRITING, or ENGL 3374 WRITING, RHETORIC, AND MULTIMODAL AUTHORING; or

2. passing CSE 1301 COMPUTER LITERACY (or equivalent); or

3. passing the University computer literacy examination.

Information on Sophomore Courses

Unless otherwise indicated, six hours of first-year English credit is prerequisite to all 2000-level courses. Students who are not majoring in English may register for ENGL 2303 TOPICS IN LITERATURE, ENGL 2309 WORLD LITERATURE, ENGL 2319 BRITISH LITERATURE or ENGL 2329 AMERICAN LITERATURE. Students who plan to major in English must complete ENGL 3350 INTRODUCTION TO ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION and ENGL 3384 STRUCTURE OF MODERN ENGLISH with a grade of C or better, even if they have already completed six hours of sophomore literature.

Minors and Certificate Program

The Department of English currently offers minors in English, Writing, Creative Writing, and Technical Writing and Professional Communication. We also offer a Certificate in Technical Writing and Professional Communication. 

Minor in English

The minor in English may be achieved by completing 18 hours in English with a grade of C or better. At least six of the hours must be at the 3000- or 4000-level. 

Minor in Writing

The minor in Writing is offered for students who wish to concentrate in writing as a part of their undergraduate curriculum. Students selecting the Writing minor should consult first with the undergraduate advisor in their department or program for approval of the minor and then with the undergraduate advisor in the Department of English. Working with advisors, students will select a sequence of advanced courses to fulfill their minor requirements. To count toward the minor, all English courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. This minor consists of 21 hours.

Required Courses
ENGL 1301RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION I3
ENGL 1302RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION II3
Select one of the following:3
TOPICS IN LITERATURE
WORLD LITERATURE
BRITISH LITERATURE
AMERICAN LITERATURE
ENGL 3371ADVANCED EXPOSITION3
Select three of the following:9
COMPUTERS AND WRITING
ADVANCED TECHNICAL WRITING
WRITING, RHETORIC, AND MULTIMODAL AUTHORING
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WRITING
ADVANCED ARGUMENTATION
Total Hours21

Minor in Creative Writing

The minor in Creative Writing is offered for students who wish to pursue advanced work in creative writing as a part of their undergraduate curriculum. Students selecting the Creative Writing minor should consult first with the undergraduate advisor in their department or program for approval of the minor and then with the undergraduate advisor in the Department of English. Working with advisors, students will select a sequence of advanced courses to fulfill their minor requirements. To count toward the minor, all English courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. This minor requires 18 hours.

Required Courses
ENGL 1301RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION I3
ENGL 3375 FORMS OF CREATIVE WRITING3
Select four of the following Advanced Creative Writing courses:12
TOPICS IN CREATIVE WRITING
ADVANCED CREATIVE WRITING: FICTION
ADVANCED CREATIVE WRITING: POETRY
ADVANCED CREATIVE WRITING: CREATIVE NON-FICTION
ENGL 4351 THE BUSINESS OF WRITING
Total Hours18

Minor in Technical Writing and Professional Communication

The minor in Technical Writing and Professional Communication (TWPC) provides students with training in technical and professional writing, document design, visual communication, editing, and usability, and it helps students become more effective communicators in both traditional and new media environments. Students selecting the TWPC minor should consult first with the undergraduate advisor in their department or program for approval of the minor and then with an undergraduate advisor in the Department of English. Working with advisors, students will select a sequence of courses to fulfill the requirements of the minor. To count toward the minor, all courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. This minor requires 18 hours.

Required Courses
ENGL 1301RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION I3
ENGL 1302RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION II3
ENGL 2338TECHNICAL WRITING3
Departmental Electives 16
Select one of the following:3
INTERNSHIP IN ENGLISH
Interdisciplinary Elective 2
Total Hours18

Certificate in Technical Writing and Professional Communication

The Certificate in Technical Writing and Professional Communication is designed to provide working professionals and other non-degree-seeking students with the same benefits as the minor in TWPC. The certificate requires a total of 12 credit hours of coursework. Students should start the sequence with ENGL 2338 TECHNICAL WRITING, but they may also concurrently take any of the other courses. To receive the certificate, all courses must be completed at UT Arlington with a grade of C or higher.

Required Courses
ENGL 2338TECHNICAL WRITING3
Departmental Electives 16
Select one of the following:3
INTERNSHIP IN ENGLISH
Interdisciplinary Elective 2
Total Hours12

For additional information about the Certificate in Technical Writing and Professional Communication, please contact the Department of English Undergraduate Advising Office at 817-272-5694.