Overview

A teacher of Communication Arts and Literature Education will prepare and provide grade-relevant learning activities that support students in grades 5-12 to learn the principles of the English language including the rules of grammar and syntax, to develop an understanding and appreciation of literature, and to advance abilities in verbal and written communication.

Program Learning Outcomes

Bethany Lutheran College students majoring in communication arts and literature education will meet the following objectives as they fulfill the requirements for the B.A. degree and Minnesota State Licensure:

Master course content that includes curriculum, pedagogy, and proficiencies based on the Minnesota Standards of Effective Practice for Teachers.

Demonstrate proficiency in grammar and syntax, vocabulary and word usage and other principles of the English language.

Demonstrate mastery of skill in writing and composition.

Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state standards for Communication Arts and Literature.

Demonstrate performance objectives that require effective instructional planning, delivery, and assessment skills for diverse learners.
Develop professionalism as evidenced by the candidate’s professional growth in several areas, including self-confidence, sensitivity to the learner’s needs and awareness of classroom effectiveness, and awareness of the need for continual growth.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Literary Analysis
Creative Writing
World Literature
The English Language
Shakespeare
British Literature: 17th and 18th Centuries

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mankato, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school transcript (or college transcript for transfer students)
Copy of any certificate or degree obtained
Results from TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or another approved English proficiency indicator.
If the student is from an English-speaking country, then official ACT or SAT scores shall be evaluated instead of English proficiency test.
For students transferring from another US college or university, the test requirements may be waived pending review of official college transcripts.
One letter of recommendation
Certificate of financial responsibility and supporting documents (bank statement)
Passport copy

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

33270 USD / year

≈ 33270 USD / year
Out-of-State

33270 USD / year

≈ 33270 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

33270 USD / year

≈ 33270 USD / year

Living costs

Mankato

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Program Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Mankato

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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