Online Master of Arts in English
With a master’s in English, you can be a competitive candidate for jobs in many markets, such as public service, creative and nonfiction writing, management, marketing and more. Our master’s program can help you hone skills in critical thinking, creativity, analytical competency and communication. You’ll also gain a better understanding of the historical, philosophical and cultural context of your creative and analytical work.
Quick facts
Next start date: 03/08/2021
Total classes: 10
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 30
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Details
If you’d like to pursue your passion for English and build upon your knowledge of literature and writing, you should consider the master’s in English program. Our online English degree incorporates many competencies related to the study of language and literature, from cultural studies to linguistics. You can also expect courses in rhetorical analysis, literary theory, genres, writing styles and research approaches as part of this well-rounded English program.
As a graduate student in our online English degree program, you’ll pursue the English studies track. Other tracks are available in our on-campus master’s degree program.
Why earn a master’s in English?
When you pursue a master’s in English, you’ll receive relevant education for a variety of professional goals. Our variable format will give you exposure to the many concepts associated with English as a discipline that is vital for building broadly applicable knowledge.
You can expect to learn how to interpret and articulate complex cultural, historical, literary and language-related ideas. Additionally, the master’s in English program helps you learn how to effectively communicate these concepts to many different audiences. Developing these communication abilities can help you build a more comprehensive understanding of texts and other media, as well as provide additional value when seeking out professional roles.
Featured courses
The master’s in English curriculum helps students develop a broad base of knowledge. Students can choose from several options to tailor their studies to their interests:
Required
Approaches to Research
Elective
Teaching Young Adult Literature
Elective
Magical Realism as a Global Genre
Elective
Composition Studies
Elective
Linguistics
Required
Graduate Capstone Seminar
What can you do with a master’s in English?
If you’re wondering what kinds of jobs you can get with an English degree, graduates have diverse career opportunities. Whether you’re interested in editing, marketing, teaching, writing or a related field, an English degree may provide the skills needed to help you accomplish your career aspirations. Potential career titles may include:
Author
Copywriter
Editor
Human resources specialist
Social media manager
Study with experts in the field of English
From Royal Society and American Academy fellows to Marshall and Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients, The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to prestigious students and faculty members.
- Fulbright American Scholars.
- Guggenheim Fellows.
- MacArthur Fellows.
- Nobel laureates.
Study with experts in the field of English
From Royal Society and American Academy fellows to Marshall and Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients, The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to prestigious students and faculty members.
- Fulbright American Scholars.
- Guggenheim Fellows.
- MacArthur Fellows.
- Nobel laureates.
Online English degree requirements
Applicants to the Master of Arts in English program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
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