Program Coordinator: Dr. Casey Clabough
The M.A. in English focuses on both literature and writing. The program is designed to meet the needs of individuals who are interested in furthering their knowledge of the English language and literature; those who are currently teaching on a secondary level and wish to further their expertise in English; applicants who are considering a career change to teaching secondary school or wish to teach on the college level; and those who are focused on admittance to a Ph.D. in English program.
Upon successful completion of the English program, students will:
- demonstrate specialized knowledge of literary and language studies;
- demonstrate scholarly expertise through reading, writing, and researching literature and language effectively;
- conduct research independently and/or collaboratively with faculty;
- expand their knowledge of literary criticism; and
- complete and defend the master's thesis.
These goals are consistent with the foci of individual courses as well as our overall program emphases. Individual objectives are addressed by course content that is specific to individual courses but ultimately will be assessed by the performance of students at the thesis stage.
For further information, please contact the M.A. in English coordinator Dr. Casey Clabough at 434/544-8732.