Appalachian State University
English (BA) - Literary Studies
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Broaden your worldview through the pages of literature.
If you have a lifelong love of literature and reading, you might consider pursuing the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English - Literary Studies degree program at App State. You’ll focus on in-depth study, emphasizing close reading, writing, communication and critical thinking as the tools needed for future success.
In the Literary Studies program, students hone their skills as writers and editors while considering works of literature — novels, poems, essays, plays, memoirs, epics, mysteries and more — from the standpoints of craft, history, psychology, textual analysis, politics, technology and cultural studies.
Literary Studies majors engage in analytical and critical readings of literature and develop methods for arguing and supporting a specific point of view, with the guidance of award-winning faculty who are distinguished in their fields. This program is particularly good preparation for law, business, publishing, higher education and other professional fields.
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Courses
Minors
A minor is required for this major. Popular choices include:
- History
- Philosophy
- Foreign Languages
- Communications
- TESL/Applied Linguistics
- Psychology
- Art History
- Global Studies
- Anthropology
- Women’s Studies
Transferring Credits
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General Education
With courses in history, natural and social sciences and humanities, App State’s General Education Program will reshape your outlook on learning and provide a foundational skill set that will prepare you for any career.
Accelerated Master’s
You can begin your graduate studies as an undergraduate and earn your master’s degree in as little as one year.
Careers and Mountaineers
Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go! Our passionate and engaged alumni become leaders in their communities and chosen professions.
Careers
- Author
- Biographer
- Book Reviewer
- Columnist
- Communications Coordinator
- Content Creator
- Copy Editor
- Copywriter
- Correspondent
- Creative Director
- Critic
- Editor
- English Instructor
- ESL Teacher
- Fundraiser
- Grant Writer
- Lobbyist
- Marketing Coordinator
- Medical Scribe
- Policy Writer
- Speech Writer
- Public Relations Representative
- Reporter
- Radio/TV Copywriter
- Research Assistant
- Science Writer
- Playwright
- Professor
- Publicity Director
- Web Content Writer
Some of these roles may require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.
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Fund Your Education
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International Experience
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Real-world Internships
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Find Your Community
Get inspired and get involved by joining App State clubs and organizations, such as The Peel literary magazine. Learn more
Honors College
Develop high-level creative thinking and research skills. Learn more and check out the departmental honors program.
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