2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

English (B.A.) - Writing Specialization


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Program Coordinator/Contact
Jason McEntee, Department Head
Department of English
Pugsley Hall 301, Box 2218
605-688-5191
E-mail: jason.mcentee@sdstate.edu
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Program Information
Students with an English Major - Writing specialization receive a well-rounded background in literature, but with more intensive work in Creative and/or Professional writing. This program serves students seeking careers in creative or professional writing.

Academic Requirements
To count toward the Major, courses must be passed with a minimum grade of “C.”  Topics courses may only fulfill the specific requirements when approved by the department. All sections of English 210 count as a major elective.

Course Delivery Format
The department offers coursework on campus, online, and at attendance centers around the state.

Requirements for English Major - Writing Specialization: 120 Credits


Bachelor of Arts in Arts and Sciences

System General Education Requirements


Institutional Graduation Requirements


College of Arts and Sciences Requirements


Bachelor of Arts Requirements: 6+
  • Modern Foreign Language Including the 202-Level Credits: 6+
  • One declared minor outside of the major prefix OR a second major OR a teaching specialization. The minor may be a traditional minor within one department or it may be interdisciplinary involving more than one department. The minor can be in a different college. The minor must be declared no later than the student’s third semester of enrollment.
  • Capstone course in the major discipline
  • Upper division coursework Credits: 33

SGRs, IGRs, and/or Major coursework may satisfy some or all of the above requirements. Consult program advisor for details. See the College of Arts and Sciences  for additional information about Bachelor of Arts specifications.

300-400 Level Literature Courses


Select one 300-400 level literature course. Credits: 3

Writing Courses


Select five writing courses. Credits: 15

Linguistics Course


Select one linguistics course. Credits: 3

Electives


  •   Credits:1-12  highly recommended
  • See other departments’ courses for additional content-based writing electives.

Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements.

Total Required Credits: 120


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