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General Concentration

The B.A. program in English offers courses that enable students to develop skills in written discourse, to comprehend the defining traits of major literary genres, to understand the history of literature, to interpret texts in light of pertinent critical perspectives, to acquire proficiency in scholarly research, and to relate the facts and ideas of the discipline to other fields.

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Plan Your Degree

Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.

Term 1: Fall

Course Name Credit Hours
C1: ENGL 1101

English Composition I

3
M: MATH 1001 OR 1111

Quantitative Skills & Reasoning or College Algebra

3
FL 1001

Elementary Foreign Language I (French, German or Spanish)

3
S1: HIST 1111 OR 1112

World History

3
S2: Social Science 3

Milestones:

  • Complete ENGL 1101 with a C or better.
  • Earn 15 or more credit hours.

Term 2: Spring

Course Name Credit Hours
C2: ENGL 1102

English Composition II

3
A2: FL 1002

Elementary Foreign Language II (French, German or Spanish)

3
P2: POLS 1101

American Government

3
P1: HIST 2111 OR 2112

US History

3
I1: Written and Oral Communication 3

Milestones:

  • Complete ENGL 1102 with a C or better.
  • Earn 15 or more credit hours.

 

15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours

Term 1: Fall

Course Name Credit Hours
F: ENGL 2120, 2130, 2180, OR 2190

British Literature, American Literature, African American Literature, or Women’s Literature

3
F: ENGL 2001

Introduction to Literature

3
F: FL 2001

Intermediate Foreign Language 1 (French, German or Spanish)

3
T1: Science + Lab
4
I2: Institutional Options 2

Milestones:

  • Complete ENGL 2001.
  • Earn 15 or more credit hours.

Term 2: Spring

Course Name Credit Hours
F: ENGL 2120, 2130, 2180, OR 2190

British Literature, American Literature, African American Literature, or Women’s Literature

3
F: ENGL 2110

World Literature

3
F: FL 2002 OR FORL 2200/2300

Intermediate Foreign Language 2 (French, German or Spanish)

3
A1: Humanities 3
T3: STEM Course 3

Milestones:

  • Complete ENGL 2110, complete Area F.
  • Complete Foreign Language Requirement.
  • Earn 15 or more credit hours.

 

15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours

Term 1: Fall

Course Name Credit Hours
ENGL 3000

Research & Methodology

3
ENGL 4000

Studies in British Lit I

3
ENGL 4002

Studies in British Lit II

T2: Non-lab Science 3
Minor/Elective 3

Milestone:

  • Complete Core IMPACTS.

Term 2: Spring

Course Name Credit Hours
ENGL 4003

Studies in American Literature I

3
ENGL 4005

Studies in American Literature II

3
ENGL Course 3
Minor/Elective 3
Minor/Elective 3

Milestone:

  • Complete Literary History Requirement.

 

15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours

Additional Information:

  • Students need to take all four literary history courses (ENGL 4000, 4002, 4003, 4005), but they may take these courses in any order.

Term 1: Fall

Course Name Credit Hours
ENGL Course 3
ENGL Course 3
Minor/Elective 3
Minor/Elective 3
Minor/Elective 3

Term 2: Spring

Course Name Credit Hours
ENGL 4384

Senior Seminar

3
ENGL Course 3
Minor/Elective 3
Minor/Elective 3
Minor/Elective 3

 

15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours

Crush Your Course

First Year:

  • Visit the University Writing Center as you finish your First Year Writing sequence.
  • Learn about the resources available at Ingram Library.
  • Get started on your language requirement by a class in Spanish, French, or German.

Middle Years:

  • Take ENGL 3000 (Research and Methodology) and start your literary history sequence.
  • Consider doing an internship in a field you want to learn more about.
  • If you qualify, consider applying for the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s program.

Last Year:

  • Present your research at the DEFLPA Undergraduate Conference or Scholars' Day.
  • Complete Senior Seminar.

Find Your Place

First Year:

  • Go to an on-campus reading by a visiting author or attend an on-campus film festival.
  • Talk to your English faculty mentor.

Middle Years:

  • Participate in events sponsored by Sigma Tau Delta, the English Honor Society.
  • Apply to work on one of our student journals (LURe or Eclectic) or submit your work to them.
  • Talk with your mentor about research opportunities and career options.

Last Year:

  • Consider a leadership role in Sigma Tau Delta or one of our journals.
  • Talk with your mentor about your plans for after graduation.

Broaden Your Perspectives

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Connect Off-Campus

First Year:

  • Visit Wolves Vote to learn about the voting process and registration.
  • Consider volunteering for a campaign or organization in your community.

Middle Years:

  • Complete an internship in your field.
  • Consider a summer or part-time job.
  • Ask your department about networking opportunities with alumni.

Last Year:

  • Ask for advice from professionals in your field of interest.
  • Explore career shadowing opportunities.

Take Care of Yourself

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Pave Your Path

First Year:

Middle Year:

  • Draft your resume and attend a resume blitz.
  • Learn about how to network on social media and update your Handshake profile.
  • Draft your personal statement.
  • Visit the graduate school to find out about graduate programs and admission requirements.

Last Year:

  • Request references from professors and supervisors.
  • Draft your resume cover letter and personal statement and revise it with career services.
  • Attend business fairs and career fairs at UWG and across the state.
  • Attend an interview workshop.
  • Apply for graduate programs.

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