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Programs of Study

Master of Arts in English

The Master of Arts in English (MA) provides specialization in the study of the traditional and newer canons of literature, literary theories, research writing, and the history of English as a discipline. The MA is designed for students pursuing careers in literature, writing, research and community college or college teaching. It provides a background for students planning to go on to a Ph.D. program. A joint MA program with the History Department allows students to specialize in the History and Literature of Women and develop expertise in the interdisciplinary field of Women�s Studies.  

Courses in specific periods and genres in American, British, and World Literature as well as literary research and theory are required.  

History and Literature of Women 

The History and Literature of Women track of the Master of Arts in English program is designed to prepare teachers, researchers, writers, and museum curators in an interdisciplinary area within the field of Women�s Studies. It aims to provide students with the academic foundation needed to pursue doctoral work in Women�s History, Women�s Literature, or Women�s Studies.  

 

Master of Arts in Teaching

The Master of Arts in Teaching English (MAT) program is designed to develop the scholar-teacher by providing a strong specialization in the traditional and newer canon of literature in English with the theories and methodologies for teaching English in the middle and secondary schools. A licensure track within this program leads to Professional Licensure as a teacher of English at the secondary level.

 

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