California state University Fresno

Course Details

BA in English - English Education Option

Course Description

English is a general major or minor designed to give proficiency in skills that traditionally have been among the most highly prized by society: an ability to read with comprehension and critical judgment; to communicate accurately and clearly both orally and in writing; to grasp difficult ideas and think logically; to do research and organize materials; to make ethical and moral judgments from an historical and humanistic framework; and to appreciate literature and the arts. The core of the English major consists of four basic kinds of courses in the upper division: literary history courses, literary genre courses, literacy seminars, and writing courses. The masterpiece courses apply to the minor and may meet General Education requirements. The department also offers courses in mythology and folklore, methods of research, film, and women's studies. The Subject Matter Program for teaching credential candidates contains a number of specific prerequisites and special required courses, some of which are outside the Department of English. For specific program requirements, consult with the credential adviser each semester.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

An English Major or Minor enables students to develop expertise in analyzing literature and using language in a wide variety of ways: to read with comprehension and critical judgment; to study and evaluate literature and other writings within historical, aesthetic, and other contexts; to communicate one's ideas accurately and clearly; to perform scholarly research and construct persuasive arguments using a variety of sources; to craft language in meaningful and effective ways; to promote literacy through instruction and other activities; and to appreciate the important role that literature and language play in the contemporary world. The core of the English major consists of four basic kinds of courses in the upper division: literary history courses, literary genre courses, literary seminars, and writing courses. The Subject Matter Program for teaching credential candidates contains a number of specific prerequisites and special required courses, some of which are outside the Department of English. What You Can Earn: Public School Teacher $52,085 (in our region) What You Can Do: Pursue careers in a variety of vocations, including law, journalism, editing and publishing, business management, and professional careers in writing.




BA in English - English Education Option California state University Fresno