Academic Programs
English Education (CAEP Accredited)
Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in English Education at Bluefield University prepares students to become licensed secondary English teachers equipped to inspire a love of reading, writing, and critical thinking in middle and high school classrooms.
Through a blend of literary study, writing instruction, and hands-on classroom experience, students develop the knowledge and teaching skills needed to guide students through classic and contemporary literature while strengthening their communication and analytical abilities.
Rooted in Bluefield University’s Christ-centered academic environment, the program prepares graduates to become educators who model integrity, intellectual curiosity, and compassionate leadership in the classroom.
Graduates are prepared to pursue teacher licensure and careers teaching English and Language Arts in grades 6–12.
English Education Degree Opportunity
Students in the English Education degree program benefit from a supportive learning environment that combines strong academics with practical classroom preparation.
Bluefield University offers:
- Teacher Licensure Preparation – Coursework aligned with Virginia licensure standards for secondary English teachers (students will receive a Virginia teaching license that they can use to obtain licensure in other states, once those state’s requirements are met.
- Small Class Sizes – Engage with faculty mentors who are invested in your academic and professional success.
- Hands-On Teaching Experience – Participate in classroom observations, practicum placements, and student teaching experiences in local schools.
- Strong Literary and Writing Foundation – Study British and American literature, writing, rhetoric, and literary analysis.
Christ-Centered Education – Develop a calling to serve students with compassion, ethics, and purpose.
Quick Program Details
Tuition: $420 Per Credit Hour
Next Start On-Campus: January 2027
Time to Complete: 4 years
*Time to complete can be reduced with prior learning and transfer credits
Career Outlook
Graduates of the English Education teacher licensure program are prepared to pursue careers such as:
- Middle School English Teacher
- High School English Teacher
- Language Arts Instructor
- Literacy Specialist
- Curriculum Developer
- Academic Tutor or Writing Instructor
English education graduates also develop strong communication and writing skills that translate into careers in publishing, editing, communications, and education leadership.
Courses & Competencies
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Total Credits: 120 + Student Teaching
For a full breakdown of each course, reference the academic catalog located in Academic Resources.
General Education Requirements
- Intro to the Writing Process
- Argumentative & Analytical Writing
- British Literature I
- Biblical Perspectives
- Developing the Christian Mind
- Intro to Psychology
- Fundamentals of Speech
- College Algebra
- Beginning Foreign/Modern Language (6 credits)
- Personal Wellness
- ESS Activity Course
- University Foundations: Purpose and Pathways
- Career Foundations: Preparation and Professionalism
*Course or requirement includes multiple options. Online offerings may differ.
Core Requirements
- British Literature II
- American Literature I
- American Literature II
- World Literature I OR II
- Modern English Grammar
- History of the English Language
- Intro to Creative Writing
- Literature of Children & Adolescents
- Regional & Ethnic Literature
- Studies in Rhetoric
- English Seminar
- Shakespeare
- Mass Communications Survey
Professional Requirements
- Human Growth & Development for Educators
- Foundations of Education
- Intro to Instructional Media & Technology
- Curriculum, Assessment & Instruction in Secondary Schools
- Intro to the Exceptional Child
- Teaching Reading in the Content Area
- Dynamic Learning Environments
- (Must be taken prior to Student Teaching
Field Requirements
- Student Teaching
- (Taken in the final semester)
Required Testing
- PRAXIS II English Language Arts: Content Knowledge