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Bachelor's Degree in English

4 Years
Duration
24
Courses
144
Credit Hours
$72,000
Total Cost

This track focuses on English, preparing students with the knowledge and practical skills the field expects at the Bachelor's level.

Graduates are equipped to pursue relevant career paths, with a self-paced format built for students balancing work and other commitments.

1
General Courses
10 Courses
B-057
Introduction to the Humanities
A broad survey of the art, literature, and ideas that have shaped human culture.
  • Landmark works in art and literature
  • Philosophical movements across eras
  • Interpreting cultural artifacts in context
AAS-085
Social and Cultural Geography
Exploring how geography shapes societies, economies, and cultural identity.
  • Population patterns and migration
  • Urban and rural land use
  • Regional cultural differences
B-158
English Composition
Developing clear, well-organized writing for academic and professional contexts.
  • Building a strong thesis and outline
  • Paragraph structure and transitions
  • Revising drafts for clarity and tone
B-200
College Algebra
Building fluency with algebraic methods used across academic disciplines.
  • Solving linear and quadratic equations
  • Working with functions and graphs
  • Applying algebra to real-world problems
B-336
World Religions
A comparative look at the beliefs and practices of major world faiths.
  • Core beliefs of major traditions
  • Religious ritual and practice
  • Religion's influence on society
AAS-370
Ethics
Examining moral theories and how they apply to everyday decisions.
  • Major ethical theories and frameworks
  • Applying ethics to real-life dilemmas
  • Evaluating competing moral claims
B-460
Art Appreciation
Building a vocabulary for understanding and evaluating visual art.
  • Elements and principles of design
  • Major art movements through history
  • Analyzing meaning in visual works
AAS-584
Pre-Calculus
Strengthening the mathematical foundation needed for advanced coursework.
  • Polynomial and rational functions
  • Exponential and logarithmic relationships
  • Trigonometric identities and graphs
B-825
Human Biology
An introduction to how the human body functions at the systems level.
  • Major organ systems
  • Cell structure and function
  • Basic human physiology
AAS-902
World History
Tracing major civilizations, conflicts, and turning points across the globe.
  • Rise and fall of empires
  • Global conflicts and their causes
  • Cultural exchange across regions
2
Core Courses
8 Courses
SS-080
Introduction to Political Science
Introduces the foundational theories and concepts of political science.
  • Major political theories
  • Political systems overview
  • Core political science terminology
SS-196
Introduction to Mass Communication
Covers the foundational principles behind mass media and communication.
  • Mass media fundamentals
  • Communication theory basics
  • Overview of media industries
SS-291
World Literature
Surveys major literary works and traditions from around the world.
  • Major world literary traditions
  • Comparative literary analysis
  • Cultural context in literature
SS-381
Foundations of Sociology
Introduces the core theories and concepts of sociological study.
  • Major sociological theories
  • Social structures and institutions
  • Core sociology terminology
SS-395
English Rhetoric
Covers the principles of persuasive and effective written communication.
  • Rhetorical strategies
  • Argument construction basics
  • Audience-focused writing
SS-664
Essentials of General Psychology
Introduces foundational psychological theories and concepts.
  • Major psychological perspectives
  • Basic psychological terminology
  • Overview of psychology subfields
SS-777
Introduction to World History
Surveys major civilizations, conflicts, and turning points across history.
  • Major historical civilizations
  • Global historical turning points
  • Cross-cultural historical exchange
SS-812
Introduction to Economics
Covers the foundational principles of economic theory and analysis.
  • Supply and demand basics
  • Micro vs macroeconomics
  • Core economic terminology
3
Specialist Courses
6 Courses
ENG-028
Introduction to English Linguistics
Introduces the scientific study of language structure and use.
  • Phonetics and phonology basics
  • Syntax fundamentals
  • Language variation and change
ENG-270
Introduction to English Grammar
Covers the foundational rules and structures of English grammar.
  • Parts of speech basics
  • Sentence structure fundamentals
  • Common grammar conventions
ENG-299
Introduction to English Literature
A broad orientation to major works and periods of English literature.
  • Major literary periods
  • Foundational English literary works
  • Introduction to literary analysis
ENG-339
Introduction to Theatre
Introduces the history and craft of theatrical performance and production.
  • History of theatre
  • Elements of dramatic structure
  • Basics of stage production
ENG-583
Fundamentals of Fiction
Covers the craft elements behind writing compelling fiction.
  • Character development basics
  • Plot structure fundamentals
  • Narrative voice and perspective
ENG-632
Introduction to Poetry
Introduces the forms, techniques, and analysis of poetry.
  • Poetic forms and structures
  • Figurative language basics
  • Analyzing poetic meaning
$72,000
Total Program Cost
$500
Per Credit Hour
144
Total Credit Hours

Fees are billed per term and are subject to change. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans are available to students who qualify.

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Admission requires High School Diploma or GED.

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