English
(Bachelor of Arts Degree)

Students in the English degree program will acquire a foundation of analytical and creative skills that can be readily applied in any field. English majors are well read and articulate, write and speak effectively, approach problems thoughtfully and imaginatively, and are well prepared to meet the challenges of graduate school. Whether students utilize this path to go directly into the job market or to move onto a graduate program, English majors are taught the skills prized by employers and graduate schools.

In addition to the general core requirements for a bachelor's degree, students develop strong writing skills and a broad knowledge of the humanities through the completion of course work, literature, drama, and the fine arts. The works explored include both the traditional canon and works and writers of the diverse world in which we live. Students are exposed to a wide variety of ideas and concepts and are taught to develop their own views of the world as a result. Through the study of literature, English majors explore expressions of the human spirit spanning centuries and develop their skills in critical analysis, creative problem solving, research, writing, and speaking. Majoring in English is an ideal preparation for understanding the complex challenges of the contemporary world.

English Major Portfolio Requirement

All students majoring in English are required to construct an English Major Portfolio. These portfolios will differ according to the individual student's career and educational goals. The selections of work included will be made by the students and do not have to be limited to English papers. The papers, and other work as appropriate, should demonstrate clearly the skills mastered through the student's academic endeavors at Southern Vermont College. English faculty will advise and guide students through the process of portfolio construction with an eye on the student's educational and career goals.

Program of Study	Requirements	Credits
General Core Requirements		48
Major Requirements	Required Courses: En103 Introduction to Literature (4 cr) En210 Introduction to Literary Theory and History (4 cr) En304 Shakespeare (4 cr) En318 Literary Criticism (4 cr) En222 Drama Capstone Experience: En492 Senior Thesis (4 cr) Surveys of Literature (choose one): (4 cr) En203 British Literature I En204 British Literature II En205 American Literature I En206 American Literature II En215 Writers' Lives and Work En220 Modern Poets En221 Fiction En222 Drama En223 Poetry En250 Environmental Literature En260 Crime Stories En330 Topics in Literature: Early Period Literature of Diverse Cultures and Peoples (4 cr): En311 World Literature En320 Literature and Society En435 Topics in Literature of Diverse Cultures and Peoples Advanced Study (choose three): (12 cr) En305 The Novel: An Exploration En310 Children's Literature En315 Major Authors: Early Period En316 Major Authors: Later Period En317 Major Authors: Modern Period En330 Topics in Literature: Early Period En331 Topics in Literature: Later Period En332 Topics in Literature: Modern Period En334 Topics in Literature: Shakespeare Studies En491 Level II Professional Internship En492 English Practicum	40
General Electives		40
Total Credits		128