English B.A.
- Literature and Textual Analysis: Demonstrate proficiency in the interpretation of literature and textual analysis through class discussions and writing projects (ILO 1, 2, 4)
- Language, Culture, and Linguistics: Demonstrate cultural and structural knowledge of the English language (ILO 2, 5)
- Composition and Rhetoric: Apply a variety of composing processes and rhetorical strategies to writing projects (ILO 3)
- Communication: Evaluate, create, and participate in speech activities, dramatic performances, and technological media projects (ILO 3, 6)
- Research Strategies: Demonstrate proficiency in advanced research strategies applied to writing papers, including the use of academic technology (ILO 4, 6)
- Diversity: Demonstrate social awareness of diversity issues by interpreting, analyzing, and writing about various cultural perspectives in literature (ILO 1, 2, 5)
- Integration of Faith and Learning: Integrate coursework with Christian faith by applying Christian perspectives to writing processes and the study of literature (ILO 1, 5)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Curriculum Requirements 1 | 47 | |
| English Major Core Requirements | 36-38 | |
| Emphasis Requirements (Choose One) | 12 | |
| General Electives | 25-23 | |
| Total Units | 120 | |
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Number of units required from the Core Curriculum not included in the major requirements below.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| British Literature Before 1785 (3 units) | 3 | |
| Choose one of the following: | ||
| Monsters and Maidens: British Lit 1785 | ||
| Medieval Romance and the Arthurian Tradition | ||
| Shakespeare Through the Ages | ||
| British Literature After 1785 (3 units) | 3 | |
| Choose one of the following: | ||
| Romanticism/Resistance: British Lit 1785 | ||
| Victorian Novel | ||
| Origins of Fantasy: MacDonald to C.S. Lewis | ||
| British Literature Special Topics 1 | ||
| American Literature (6 units) | 6 | |
| Choose two of the following: | ||
| Awakenings: Voices in American Lit | ||
| American Literature Special Topics 1 | ||
| American Diversity | ||
| World and Ethnic Literature (3 units) | 3 | |
| Choose one of the following: | ||
| Ethnic/World Literature Special Topics 1 | ||
| Global Voices: World Literature | ||
| Structure and Analysis of Writing (9 units) | 9 | |
| Required of all English majors. | ||
| Writing for the Discipline | ||
| Synecdoche: Capstone | ||
| Choose one of the following: | ||
| Creative Writing | ||
| Dramatic Lit: Script Analysis | ||
| The Art of the Memoir | ||
| Playwriting | ||
| Creative Nonfiction | ||
| Language, Culture, and Linguistics | ||
| Structure and Analysis of Literature (6 units) | 6 | |
| Required of all English majors. | ||
| Foundations/Literary Study | ||
| Becoming a Reader: Theory/Crit of Lit | ||
| Foreign Language (6-8 units) 2 | 6-8 | |
| Total Units | 36-38 | |
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May be repeated for credit.
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Students who pass two years of high school foreign language coursework with a grade of C- or higher are exempt from the foreign language requirement. In the absence of this coursework and grade, students will be required to take 6-8 units of the same language, while enrolled at Vanguard University.
In addition to the English Major requirements, each student is required to take 12 additional units of upper division courses to be chosen from the English Department curriculum, according to the generalist requirements or one of the two concentrations within the major.
Literature and Textual Analysis Concentration
This concentration introduces the aspiring literary scholar to the study of literature in different historical and cultural contexts from American and British literatures to literatures in English from all over the world. Focused electives allow students to study topics of interest more narrowly, including courses in J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, Theopoetics, and the Victorian novel. The ability to read critically and assess how communication is accomplished in a text prepares students for many diverse careers from teaching to law.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Literature and Textual Analysis Requirements | ||
| Choose twelve units from the following courses: | 12 | |
| Medieval Romance and the Arthurian Tradition | ||
| Victorian Novel | ||
| Origins of Fantasy: MacDonald to C.S. Lewis | ||
| Ethnic/World Literature Special Topics 1 | ||
| Detective Fiction | ||
| British Literature Special Topics 1 | ||
| American Literature Special Topics 1 | ||
| Period Focus: | ||
| Genre Focus: | ||
| Theopoetics | ||
| Children's Literature | ||
| Dramatic Lit: Script Analysis | ||
| American Diversity | ||
| Author Focus | ||
| Internship: Teaching English | ||
| Shakespeare Through the Ages | ||
| Thematic Focus | ||
| Individual Studies: | ||
| Total Units | 12 | |
Writing Concentration Requirements
The Writing Concentration is robust and multi-faceted, offering opportunities to explore, practice and finetune creative work in multiple genres. The emphasis begins with ENGL-350 Creative Writing, an introductory course that focuses on fiction, poetry and drama. Students are then free to delve into the many specific course offerings, including The Short Story, Creative Nonfiction, Playwriting, Travel Writing, and a plethora of journalism courses, including hands on experience working and writing for The Vanguard Voice, Vanguard University’s student newspaper.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Writing Emphasis Requirements | ||
| Select twelve units from the following courses: | 12 | |
| Introduction to Journalism | ||
| Publications: Newspaper | ||
| Creative Writing | ||
| Travel Writing | ||
| Advanced Journalism | ||
| Creative Writing Workshop | ||
| Playwriting | ||
| Creative Nonfiction | ||
| Internship: Writing | ||
| Language, Culture, and Linguistics | ||
| Total Units | 12 | |
Generalist Requirements
Beyond the common courses and seminars, the student should choose twelve units from the English curriculum according to his/her interests. Consultation with one’s academic advisor is recommended.
Disclaimer: This sample Four Year Plan is provided as a guide for the recommended sequencing of courses. Vanguard University requires that students complete a minimum of 120 units of required course work as outlined on the Requirements tab in order to receive a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. It is the student's responsibility to confirm with the department the course rotation before enrolling in courses. If applicable, please note the footnotes at the bottom of the page for additional information related to courses listed in a particular year and term. Questions, contact the Department of English.
Study Abroad Participation: Students interested in participating in the university's Study Abroad programs are encouraged to reach out to the Global Education and Outreach Office for more information and collaboration in their academic course planning. Students using Education and Training Benefits through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs are encouraged to also reach out to the School Certifying Official for more information regarding how benefits can be applied.
NOTE: Students who did not complete 2 years of a foreign language in high school with a "C-" or higher will need to complete two semesters of the same foreign language off-campus (VU does not currently offer foreign languages), but while enrolled at VU. Those 6-8 credits are not included in this four year plan but should be taken in the second year.
| Year 1 Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL-240C | Foundations/Literary Study | 3 |
| CORE-CSTN | Cornerstone | 1 |
| CORE-ENGL1 | Composition Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-SCI2 | Science Fitness and Wellness Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-SOBS1 | Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 1 | 3 |
| CORE-THEO1 | Theology Intro Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Year 1 Term 2 | ||
| ENGL-201 | Writing for the Discipline | 3 |
| CORE-ARHU1 | History/Political Science Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-MATH | Math Concepts Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-SOBS2 | Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 2 | 3 |
| CORE-THEO2 | NT Survey Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 2 Term 1 | ||
| ENGL-424 | American Diversity | 3 |
| ENGL-MAJ1 | ENGL Major Choice 1 | 3 |
| CORE-ARHU3 | Fine Arts/Philosophy Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-ENGL3 | Speech Composition and Presentation Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-THEO3 | OT Survey Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 2 Term 2 | ||
| ENGL-MAJ2 | Engl Major Choice 2 | 3 |
| ENGL-MAJ3 | ENGL Major Choice 3 | 3 |
| CORE-SCI1 | Science and Lab Requirement | 4 |
| ELCT-ANY3 | Any General Elective 3 Units | 3 |
| Units | 13 | |
| Year 3 Term 1 | ||
| ENGL-433 | Global Voices: World Literature | 3 |
| ENGL-MAJ3 | ENGL Major Choice 3 | 3 |
| ENGL-MAJ4 | ENGL Major Choice 4 | 3 |
| ENGL-EMPH | Upper Division English Emphasis | 3 |
| CORE-THEO4 | Christian Worldview Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 3 Term 2 | ||
| ENGL-465 | Becoming a Reader: Theory/Crit of Lit | 3 |
| ENGL-EMPH | Upper Division English Emphasis | 3 |
| ELCT-ANY6 | Any General Elective 6 units | 6 |
| ELCT-ANYUD3 | Upper Division General Elective 3 Units | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 4 Term 1 | ||
| ENGL-EMPH | Upper Division English Emphasis | 3 |
| ENGL-FLANG | Foreign Language or Electives | 3 |
| CORE-THEO5 | Christian Heritage Requirement | 3 |
| ELCT-ANYUD6 | Upper Division General Elective 6 Units | 6 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 4 Term 2 | ||
| ENGL-499C | Synecdoche: Capstone | 3 |
| ENGL-EMPH | Upper Division English Emphasis | 3 |
| ENGL-FLANG | Foreign Language or Electives | 3 |
| ELCT-ANY3 | Any General Elective 3 Units | 3 |
| ELCT-ANYUD3 | Upper Division General Elective 3 Units | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Total Units | 119 | |