English - Literature Emphasis Requirements (BA/BS)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements: 1, 2 | ||
| ENGLISH 271 | CRITICAL WRITING IN THE FIELD OF ENGLISH | 3 |
| ENGLISH 206 | BRITISH LITERATURE SURVEY I | 3 |
| ENGLISH 226 | AMERICAN LITERATURE SURVEY I | 3 |
| ENGLISH 345 | AFRICAN-AMERICAN LITERATURE, 1800 TO PRESENT | 3 |
| ENGLISH 480 | SEMINAR IN LITERATURE BEFORE 1800 | 3 |
| ENGLISH 482 | SEMINAR IN LITERATURE AFTER 1800 | 3 |
| Select one from: | 3 | |
| CLASSICAL MYTH AND LEGEND AS SOURCES FOR LITERATURE | ||
| THE BIBLE AS LITERATURE | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO LANGUAGE STUDY | ||
| Select one from: | 3 | |
| AMERICAN LITERATURE TO 1890 | ||
| AMERICAN LITERATURE 1890 TO 1945 | ||
| AMERICAN LITERATURE IN THE POSTMODERN AGE (1945-PRESENT) | ||
| Select one from: | 3 | |
| EARLY BRITISH LITERATURE | ||
| LITERATURE OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE (1660-1820) | ||
| NINETEENTH-CENTURY BRITISH LITERATURE | ||
| TWENTIETH-CENTURY BRITISH LITERATURE | ||
| Select one from: | 3 | |
| ASIAN LITERATURES | ||
| LITERATURE FROM THE MIDDLE EAST | ||
| AFRICAN LITERATURE | ||
| EUROPEAN LITERATURE | ||
| Select two from: 3 | 6 | |
| POPULAR CULTURE AND LITERATURE | ||
| BRITISH LITERATURE SURVEY II | ||
| AMERICAN LITERATURE II | ||
| CLASSICAL MYTH AND LEGEND AS SOURCES FOR LITERATURE | ||
| THE BIBLE AS LITERATURE | ||
| AMERICAN ENVIRONMENTAL LITERATURE | ||
| THE CONTEMPORARY NOVEL | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO LANGUAGE STUDY | ||
| LITERATURE OF DISABILITY | ||
| ASIAN LITERATURES | ||
| LITERATURE FROM THE MIDDLE EAST | ||
| AFRICAN LITERATURE | ||
| EUROPEAN LITERATURE | ||
| JAPANESE LITERATURE | ||
| AMERICAN INDIAN LITERATURE | ||
| LATINX LITERATURE | ||
| EARLY BRITISH LITERATURE | ||
| LITERATURE OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE (1660-1820) | ||
| AMERICAN LITERATURE TO 1890 | ||
| SURVEY OF MODERN DRAMA | ||
| AMERICAN LITERATURE 1890 TO 1945 | ||
| NINETEENTH-CENTURY BRITISH LITERATURE | ||
| LITERATURE AND FILM | ||
| STAGE PLAYS AND FILM | ||
| TWENTIETH-CENTURY BRITISH LITERATURE | ||
| AMERICAN LITERATURE IN THE POSTMODERN AGE (1945-PRESENT) | ||
| AMERICAN MINORITY WOMEN WRITERS | ||
| MULTICULTURAL DRAMA OF THE UNITED STATES | ||
| SHAKESPEARE | ||
| SHAKESPEARE | ||
| Total Units | 36 | |
- 1
An approved minor is required for this major.
- 2
No course can fulfill more than one major requirement.
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At least one at the 300-level or above.
Four-Year Plans: These four-year plans outline a suggested curricular path for new students aiming to earn a degree within in four years. Please note that each plan represents just one of many paths to degree completion.
English - Literature (BA)
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| ENGLISH 1011 | 3 | ENGLISH 102 | 3 |
| CORE 140 or 120 | 3 | CORE 130 | 3 |
| BA World Language Course2 | 4 | BA World Language Course | 4 |
| Elective (SBS-E or SBS-S) | 3 | MATH 139 | 3 |
| PEGNRL 192 | 1 | U.S. Racial/Ethnic Diversity Course (DV) | 3 |
| INTRAUNV 104 | 1 | ||
| 15 | 16 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| ENGLISH 271 | 3 | ENGLISH 226 | 3 |
| ENGLISH 206 | 3 | ENGLISH 251, 252, or 2813 | 3 |
| CORE 110 | 3 | ENGLISH 344, 348, or 363 | 3 |
| COMM 110 | 3 | University Requirement NSW Course | 3 |
| Minor Course | 3 | Minor Course4 | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| ENGLISH 345 | 3 | ENGLISH 323, 325, 327, or 329 | 3 |
| ENGLISH 340, 343, 350, or 360 | 3 | English Literature Elective | 3 |
| CORE 390 | 3 | BA 300/400 Breadth Requirement Course | 3 |
| University Requirement Lab Science (NSWL) Course | 4-5 | Minor Course | 3 |
| Minor Course | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| 16-17 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| ENGLISH 480 | 3 | ENGLISH 482 | 3 |
| English Literature Elective | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| BA 300/400 Breadth Requirement Course | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| Minor Course | 3 | Elective Course | 3 |
| Elective Course5 | 3 | Elective Course to total 120 (if needed) | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Total Units: 122-123 | |||
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The math and English courses you will take during your first year will depend on UW System placement exam scores or ACT/SAT subscores. This four-year plan reflects the math and English courses most common for students in this major. All students are encouraged to complete placement testing prior to attending Warhawks SOAR.
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For the Bachelor of Arts degree requirements, students must complete two semesters of a world language or demonstrate proficiency in a world language through the second level on the UW System placement test in Spanish, French, or German. Students who are native speakers of a language other than English are eligible to waive the language requirement.
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English Literature majors have many options within the major. Courses are not offered every semester so students work with their advisors to identify courses that fit their interests, goals, and timeline as not every course will be offered in the semester as listed on this document.
- 4
This program requires a minor. Students are encouraged to start thinking about selecting a minor in the second year.
- 5
Students who move efficiently through the coursework in this major could add a certificate without extending time to degree. Completion of a certificate enables you to acquire additional tools for your toolbox by focusing on a specific skill that will complement your degree program and deepen knowledge in an area that is desirable to future employers.
First Year: There are several co-curricular opportunities for students interested in literature. The Muse is the UW-Whitewater student arts and literary magazine. The Warhawk Reading Series allows students to read and interact with visiting writers.
Second Year: Many English Literature majors plan a study abroad experience during their sophomore year. Travel opportunities can be found through the Center for Global Education. In addition, faculty routinely organize and lead travel study courses that involve in-class learning during the semester followed by a short-term travel experience either in the US or abroad.
The Undergraduate Research Program (URP) is a high-impact practice that gives students the opportunity to apply their knowledge outside of the classroom and dive deeper into their field of interest.
Third Year: An internship provides students with hands-on experience in a potential career field, supervision and coaching from prospective employers, and the ability to learn professional norms and behaviors. In addition, completing an internship allows students to differentiate themselves in a competitive job market.
Career Information in Letters and Sciences (LSINDP 399) is a 1-credit course that focuses on transition to career and graduate school opportunities; identifying skills, strengths, and work values; creating effective job search materials; and, developing a networking strategy.
Fourth Year: All students must earn at least 120 credits and complete undergraduate degree requirements to graduate.
Graduation: Students should apply for graduation one full semester prior to their intended graduation date.
English - Literature (BS)
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| ENGLISH 1011 | 3 | ENGLISH 102 | 3 |
| CORE 140 or 120 | 3 | CORE 130 | 3 |
| U.S. Racial/Ethnic Diversity Course (DV) | 3 | MATH 139 | 3 |
| Elective (SBS-E or SBS-S) | 3 | University Requirement NSW Course | 3 |
| PEGNRL 192 | 1 | Minor Course2 | 3 |
| INTRAUNV 104 | 1 | ||
| 14 | 15 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| ENGLISH 271 | 3 | ENGLISH 226 | 3 |
| ENGLISH 206 | 3 | ENGLISH 251, 252, or 2813 | 3 |
| CORE 110 | 3 | ENGLISH 344, 348, or 363 | 3 |
| BS Requirement Math/Stats/Compsci Course | 3 | University Requirement Lab Science (NSWL) Course | 4-5 |
| Minor Course | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| 15 | 16-17 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| ENGLISH 345 | 3 | ENGLISH 323, 325, 327, or 329 | 3 |
| ENGLISH 340, 343, 350, or 360 | 3 | English Literature Elective | 3 |
| COMM 110 | 3 | CORE 390 | 3 |
| BS Requirement Lab Science Course | 4-5 | Minor Course | 3 |
| Minor Course | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| 16-17 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| ENGLISH 480 | 3 | ENGLISH 482 | 3 |
| English Literature Elective | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| Minor Course | 3 | Elective Course | 3 |
| Elective Course4 | 3 | Elective Course | 3 |
| Elective Course | 3 | Elective Course | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Total Units: 121-123 | |||
- 1
The math and English courses you will take during your first year will depend on UW System placement exam scores or ACT/SAT subscores. This four-year plan reflects the math and English courses most common for students in this major. All students are encouraged to complete placement testing prior to attending Warhawks SOAR.
- 2
This program requires a minor. Students are encouraged to start thinking about selecting a minor in the second semester of year one.
- 3
English Literature majors have many options within the major. Courses are not offered every semester so students work with their advisors to identify courses that fit their interests, goals, and timeline as not every course will be offered in the semester as listed on this document.
- 4
Students who move efficiently through the coursework in this major could add a certificate without extending time to degree. Completion of a certificate enables you to acquire additional tools for your toolbox by focusing on a specific skill that will complement your degree program and deepen knowledge in an area that is desirable to future employers.
First Year: There are several co-curricular opportunities for students interested in literature. The Muse is the UW-Whitewater student arts and literary magazine. The Warhawk Reading Series allows students to read and interact with visiting writers.
Second Year: Many English Literature majors plan a study abroad experience during their sophomore year. Travel opportunities can be found through the Center for Global Education. In addition, faculty routinely organize and lead travel study courses that involve in-class learning during the semester followed by a short-term travel experience either in the US or abroad.
The Undergraduate Research Program (URP) is a high-impact practice that gives students the opportunity to apply their knowledge outside of the classroom and dive deeper into their field of interest.
Third Year: An internship provides students with hands-on experience in a potential career field, supervision and coaching from prospective employers, and the ability to learn professional norms and behaviors. In addition, completing an internship allows students to differentiate themselves in a competitive job market.
Career Information in Letters and Sciences (LSINDP 399) is a 1-credit course that focuses on transition to career and graduate school opportunities; identifying skills, strengths, and work values; creating effective job search materials; and, developing a networking strategy.
Fourth Year: All students must earn at least 120 credits and complete undergraduate degree requirements to graduate.
Graduation: Students should apply for graduation one full semester prior to their intended graduation date.