Bachelor of Arts in English
Southwest Baptist University
Key Information
Campus location
Bolivar, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 27,290 / per year *
Application deadline
Request info
Earliest start date
Aug 2024
* $37,272/year including fees
Introduction
As an English major at SBU, you will learn how to write effectively, understand the nature of language, appreciate literary traditions, think critically about literature and language, and organize your thoughts — all within the context of a Christian atmosphere.
Small class sizes foster a close-knit community in which lifelong relationships are formed and you receive individualized instruction and one-on-one advisement, setting you up for success in a variety of career paths after earning your Bachelor of Arts in English.
An English degree from SBU will prepare you for a variety of career paths. Our graduates are employed in a wide variety of jobs both in the U.S. and abroad!
The SBU Advantage
- Optimize your ability to communicate effectively through a variety of opportunities.
- Develop your skills through participation in annual writing contests; selected entries are published in SBU's literary journal.
- Meet regionally and nationally recognized literary artists who visit campus through the Barnett-Padgett Literary Artist Series.
- Discuss topics within language and literature from the perspective of Christian beliefs and values.
Curriculum
Freshman
Fall Semester
- UNI 1111 University Seminar 1
- ENG 1113 English Composition I 3
- COM 1103 Fundamentals of Speech Communication 3
- BIO 1004 Principles of Biology 4
- BIB 1013 Old Testament History 3
- POL 1113 American Government and Politics 3
Total hours 16
Spring Semester
- UNI 1121 Critical Thinking 1
- ENG 2213 English Composition II 3
- CIS 1103 Computer and Information Management 3
- FAR 10_3 Intro. to Art, Fine Arts, Music or Theatre 3
- BIB 1023 New Testament History 3
- MAT 1243 Algebraic Reasoning and Modeling 3
Total hours 16
Sophomore
Fall Semester
- Foreign Language 4
- SPF 2012 Introduction to Spiritual Formation 2
- ENG 3313 American Literature I* or
- ENG 3323 American Literature II* or
- ENG 4033 Focused Readings in American Literature* 3
- HIS 2213/2223 U.S. History I or II 3
- PSY 1013 General Psychology (or alternative) 3
- KIN 1162 Foundations of Physical Fitness/Wellness 2
Total hours 17
Spring Semester
- Foreign Language 4
- ENG 2313 World Literature 3
- PHS 1004 Physical Science (or alternative) 4
- ECO 2003 LIFE Economics 3
- ENG 3313 American Literature I* or
- ENG 3323 American Literature II* or
- ENG 4033 Focused Readings in American Literature* 3
Total hours 17
Junior
Fall Semester
- ENG 3333 Romantic Period* or
- ENG 3343 Victorian Period* or
- ENG 4023 Contemporary British Literature 3
- ENG 3363 History of the English Language or
- ENG 3373 Structure of the English Language 3
- English Elective 3
- Elective 5
- Cultural Study 2
Total hours 16
Spring Semester
- ENG 3353 Advanced Composition 3
- ENG 4413 Shakespeare* or
- ENG 3233 Medieval/Renaissance Literature* or
- ENG 3243 17th/18th Century English Literature 3
- English Elective 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 4
Total hours 16
Senior
Fall Semester
- British Literature* 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 3
Total hours 15
Spring Semester
- Elective 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 2
Total hours 14
This is a proposed guideline. Please check the catalog and see your advisor for your final degree requirements.
Career Opportunities
SBU English graduates are equipped for a variety of career opportunities including:
- Author
- Editor
- Freelance Writer
- Librarian
- Media Writer
Graduate Schools
Many SBU English graduates have pursued further education at institutions such as:
- Baylor University
- Missouri State University
- Spalding University
- University of Missouri-Kansas City
- University of Missouri
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