Bachelor of Arts in English - General Literature

Three concentrations are offered to English majors at UT. The general literature option features a wide range of courses in English, American, and Global literature and literary criticism. Students interested in writing and/or editing careers may choose from the general writing or creative writing concentrations. Students may also earn Honors or a minor in English. UT’s English department also offers master’s programs in Literature and English as a Second Language (ESL). Requirements for the Undergraduate Major in English The English major offers two concentrations: General Literature and Creative Writing Both concentrations require a minimum of 36 credit hours, and the major core is required of both concentrations. These courses are offered at least once a year. ENGL 3790: Foundations of Literary Study. ENGL 3670: Literature of Postcolonial, Diasporic, and Non-White Communities ENGL 3810: Shakespeare. Specific concentration requirements: General Literature Concentration: English Major Core as above (9 credits) ENGL 3600: American Literary Traditions OR ENGL 3610 British Literary Traditions (3 credits) One 4000-level course in British literature before 1800 (3 credits) One 4000-level course in British literature after 1800 (3 credits) One 4000-level course in American literature (3 credits) One 4000-level course examining single author in depth (3 credits) Four 3000-4000 level ENGL electives (12 credits)