Program Description
The courses of the English major help students acquire an understanding of literature as a humanistic study; develop an appreciation and practical knowledge of the modes of literary expression, research, and criticism; and improve the ability to communicate effectively and intelligently.
The major offers all students an extensive exploration of American, British, and world literatures, writing and publication studies, literary theory, and related disciplines, including creative writing and film. By teaching students to read closely, think critically, and communicate effectively, the English major prepares students for work in a variety of professional and academic fields.
Double Major in English/Secondary Education-English
The Bachelor of Arts Degree in English and Secondary Education - English prepares students for teaching at the secondary school level and for graduate studies in English.
Note: To receive a double major in English and Secondary Education - English , the student must complete a Request to Change Academic Program form to declare both majors.
Core Requirements-48 Credits
English Literature Survey Requirement
Six credits selected from:
Literature I (pre-1800) Requirement
Three credits selected from:
Literature II (pre-1900) Requirement
Three credits selected from:
Literature III (post-1900) Requirement
Three credits selected from:
Theory and Cultural Studies Requirement
Six credits selected from:
Writing and Publication Studies Requirement
Six credits selected from:
Major Electives
Nine credits selected from 3000- or 4000-level ENGL courses
Senior Seminar Requirement
Fine Arts Requirement
Three credits selected from:
First Semester
- Major Requirement 9 Credits 7
- Minor Requirement 3 Credits
- Science and Tech. in Society Requirement 3 Credits 2
Second Semester
- Major Requirement 6 Credits 7
- Minor Requirement 6 Credits
- Elective 3 Credits
First Semester
- Major Requirement 9 Credits 7
- Minor Requirement 3 Credits
- Elective 3 Credits
Footnotes
1 Students must complete through 2020 in a modern language. See Modern Languages Requirement at Clemson University statement.
2 See General Education Requirements .
3 See Social Science General Education Requirements. Must be in a subject other than HIST. One of the following is recommended: ANTH 2010 , ECON 2000 , ECON 2110 , GEOG 1010 , GEOG 1030 , GEOG 1060 , POSC 1010 , POSC 1020 , POSC 1040 , PSYC 2010 or SOC 2010 .
4 See General Education Requirements . Select from courses in philosophy.
5 ENGL 3960 , ENGL 3970 , ENGL 3980 or ENGL 3990
6 AAH 1010 , ART 2100 , ENGL 3570 , ENGL 4500 , ENGL 4520 , ENGL 4530 , HUM 3010 , HUM 3020 , HUM 3060 , MUSC 2100 , MUSC 3110 , MUSC 4150 , MUSC 4160 or THEA 2100
7 See major requirements in program description above.
