Overview
English Literature from The University of St. Thomas (UST) stresses critical reading to develop analytical skills. The major in English develops language and writing skills because there is a fundamental relationship between accurate reading, clear thinking and well–organized oral and written expression. The ability to write and speak well is, moreover, good in and of themselves.
The English major also recognizes the need to nurture the imagination both in its emphasis on the aesthetic values of literature and in its courses in creative writing.
Objectives
- Students majoring in English will be competent in oral and written expression and research methods.
- Students majoring in English will demonstrate a basic knowledge of the major authors, the major literary texts, and the cultural, intellectual, and philosophical backgrounds of the traditional historical periods of English and American literature.
- Graduates will be capable of analyzing and criticizing literary texts according to historical, formal (generic), and reader–response critical schools. They will understand the major tenets of archetypal and psychological critical schools and of postmodern criticism.
Career
The English Literature major from The University of St. Thomas (UST) prepares students for graduate work in departments of English and in other fields, as well as for careers in writing and in primary and secondary education; the major imparts knowledge, attitudes, and skills appropriate for many types of professional careers.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The Classical Tradition
- Middle Ages and Renaissance
- Modern World and American Expressions
- Shakespearean Topics
- Dante
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- May 1: admissions and scholarship options are based on availability
- Otherwise, applications may be submitted any time during the year.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Houston, United States
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- An official transcript of high school work, home school program or an official copy of a GED certificate.
- Standardized test scores for either the SAT or ACT (UST school code for SAT is 6880 and for ACT is 4238) The Classical Learning Test is also accepted. Students seeking test–optional admission should speak with a UST Admissions Counselor
- A one page personal essay discussing why the applicant is interested in UST, what he/she plans to study, and why he/she will be an asset to the UST community.
- Students five years, or beyond, high school/high school equivalent completion who have not taken a standardized test are not required to submit test scores.
Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents34634 USD / year≈ 34634 USD / year - Out-of-State34634 USD / year≈ 34634 USD / year
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Domestic
Applies to youIn-State34634 USD / year≈ 34634 USD / year
Living costs
Houston
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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