English (BA) Program Overview

Do you dream of being a masterful communicator? Are you a critical thinker seeking truth and finding beauty in words? Do you see yourself as a successful author? Then the English degree at BU is for you. As an English major, you will choose either a literature or writing concentration. Each concentration offers specialized courses on topics that speak to you. Hone creative writing skills in exciting workshops. Polish critical thinking skills with fellow students in special seminars focused on such topics as mythology, fairy tales, literature & healing, or science fiction. As an English major, you’ll study with accomplished faculty members who are fully committed to your success in college and your career.

Theory and Hands-On Practice

Designed with the real world in mind, English program students gain practical experience with Bluefield University’s literary magazine, The Bluestone Review. Or you can serve as a tutor helping fellow students in the Academic Center for Excellence.

Are you ready to explore centuries of the written word and analyze the diverse experiences that shape us? Take the first step toward a transformative education by completing the request information form today.

Available Concentrations

Literature Concentration

The literature concentration allows students to choose from a rich array of courses that reflect the changing spheres of world fiction, poetry, drama, and nonfiction. In the coursework, we emphasize how the work is rooted in its historical time and reflected in our experience. Students hone their analytical skills as they read, analyze, and communicate complex information.

Writing Concentration

The writing concentration helps students achieve expertise in written communication for personal growth and professional training. Students have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of forms as they explore their voice and technique. They gain hands-on experience by working on the University’s literary magazine, The Bluestone Review.

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