Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in English from National University stresses literary analysis, diversity, critical thinking, and written and oral communication skills through a rigorous curriculum of literature, composition, language and linguistics, and communication studies. It is an excellent preparation for careers in teaching, media, advertising, writing, and publishing; for graduate or professional studies in English, communications, or law; and for advancement in any field in which communication skills are important.

Note: Students interested in teaching English or Language Arts in middle or secondary schools should consider enrolling in the Bachelor of Arts in English with Single Subject Matter Preparation and Inspired Teaching and Learning Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential (CALIFORNIA).

Program Learning Outcomes

Knowledgeably discuss the major writers, works, movements, and periods of the British and American literary traditions.

Apply close reading skills to analyze literary and other texts.

Critically examine the relevance of variables of human diversity such as race, ethnicity, gender, class, and sexuality to the understanding and cultural significance of literature.

Apply relevant cultural and historical information in the analysis of literary texts.

Critically evaluate the assumptions and implications of major critical approaches to literature.

Analyze the significance of genre conventions to the meanings and effects of literary works.

Explain and defend their own criteria for evaluating works of literature.

Collaborate with others to develop more complicated interpretations or arguments.

Compose sophisticated written arguments about works of literature, incorporating appropriate close reading, research, and writing skills.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

British Literature

American Literature

History of Literary Theory

African American Literature

U.S. Latino Literature

Gender and Literature

Shakespeare

Contemporary Literary Theory

20th Century World Literature

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

National University accepts and reviews applications year round, so you can begin class any month of the year.

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

180 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official high school transcripts and mark sheets (and certified English translations, if applicable)

Official high school diploma/proof of graduation (and certified English translations, if applicable)

Official post-secondary transcripts and diplomas if post-secondary schooling was pursued by applicant (and certified English translations, if applicable)

Proof of Financial Support: $33,500

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Tuition Fee

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International

13284 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13284 USD per year during 48 months.
National

13284 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13284 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

13284 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13284 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for San Diego

1400 - 2455 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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