Bachelor degrees in Creative Writing: A program that focuses on the process and techniques of original composition in various literary forms such as the short story, poetry, the novel, and others. Includes instruction in technical and editorial skills, criticism, and the marketing of finished manuscripts.
The Major in Creative Writing may be declared at the completion of a minimum of three courses in directed writing and of ENG 11a, Literary Method. The Major will consist of ten courses, with a minimum requirement of four workshops.
Some students may wish to apply for admission to the Poetry or Fiction Thesis Option. Eleven semester courses are required, including a two semester Senior Creative Writing Thesis. Admission to this option is decided by...
Students choosing this option for the major in English develop their talents as creative writers in different genres, including poetry, fiction, non-fictional prose, memoir and life-writing and playwriting. Students are strongly urged to create a writer‘s portfolio and work on, or submit writing to student publications. This concentration requires successful completion of at least five (15 credits) of the following courses:
DEPARTMENT OBJECTIVES 1. To enable students to think, write, and speak critically, clearly, and effectively.
2. To enable students to read with appreciation and discrimination.
3. To provide a broad acquaintance with the master works of literature as a basis for further reading.
4. To contribute to the total educational process of the student by considering the aesthetic, social, historical, philosophical, and religious values and levels of meaning...
The writing and literature program is based on the principle that the study of literature is essential for students who seek careers in either publishing or journalism or who hope to pursue a Master of Fine Arts in writing. The program blends the study of literature with intensive coursework in writing and offers students the opportunity to focus, at an advanced level, on a particular genre (i.e. literary non-fiction, fiction, poetry, journalism)....
The Program in Writing and Humanistic Studies offers two undergraduate programs leading to the degree Bachelor of Science in Writing. The curriculum in Creative Writing/Exposition and Rhetoric is designed to develop expertise in writing and reading a genre of the student's choice (for example, fiction, poetry, essay), familiarity with related genres, and three-subject focused exposure to an allied discipline in the humanities, arts, and social sciences....
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