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Simply put, students of English learn to read, understand, interpret and anlyze various forms of literature. But the study of literature encompasses much more than developing essential reading and writing skills; it allows students to explore what it means to be human, to be alive, to be creative, to be part of a culture, a society, and a tradition. English majors being their program of study by taking an introductory literature course in fiction, poetry, or drama and a lower division course in literary criticism. The English program is a vital component of the HNU curriculum because it offers students the opporunity to appreciate established literary traditions while also introducing them to new worlds of literature and contemporary methods of interpretations.
Career Options
English provides valuable preparation for any career that requires the ability to think analytically, speak effectively, write precisely, and understand issues from differing points of view. The major is valuable for those entering law, human resources management, government, sales and marketing, or public information services. English majors interested in teaching and securing a Single Subject Credential in English have the benefit of the HNU program that is approved by the California State Commission on Teacher Credentialing. English majors are encouraged to pursue a second major, a minor, or a concentration in an area complementary to the major and advantageous in terms of various career options: business, communications, computer science, or foreign languages.
Curriculum - click the links below for information
Bachelor of Arts in English
Bachelor of Arts in English with a focus in Comparative Literature
Academic Minor
Single Subject Credential
The major has been approved by the State of California for the single subject waiver in English.
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