Program: English (B.A.) - Writing Specialization - South Dakota State University

2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog

Apr 04, 2025

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

Goal #1 Written Communication :
ENGL 101
and
ENGL 201
Credits: 6
Goal #2 Oral Communication:
SPCM 101
Credits: 3
Goal #3 Social Sciences/Diversity : Credits: 6
Goal #4 Arts and Humanities/Diversity : (Recommended to select Modern Language Courses) Credits: 6
Goal #5 Mathematics : Credits: 3
Goal #6 Natural Sciences : Credits: 6

Institutional Graduation Requirements

Goal #1 First Year Seminar : Credits: 2
Goal #2 Cultural Awareness and Social and Environmental Responsibility : Credits: 3

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.