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.

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

180 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Language Studies View 3093 other Bachelors in Language Studies in United States

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

Tuition Fee

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International

16650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 370 USD per credit during 48 months.
National

16650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 370 USD per credit during 48 months.

Living costs for San Diego

1400 - 2455 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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