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BA in English, Mississippi State University
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About this course
A B.A. in English at Mississippi State provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the language and its literature, including literature from past eras that helped define them. The program emphasizes developing skills in reading perceptively, thinking critically, analyzing problems, and writing persuasively. It considers English a broad field covering literature, language, and writing in various forms, offering courses like Form and Theory of Poetry, Principles of Legal Writing, Women in Literature, Creative Writing, and more. This course aims to create a flexible degree that explores the interconnections between literature, language, and writing.
Why this course is highly recommended
This degree is valued for its broad and flexible approach, which emphasizes the interconnections among literature, language, and writing. It prepares students for careers in law, government, business, publishing, teaching, and writing, and provides opportunities to learn from career mentors who have successfully applied their English degrees in various fields.
Specialisation
The program covers literature, language, and writing, with courses that span poetry, legal writing, post-colonial literature, history of the English language, and Shakespeare after 1600, allowing students to explore diverse aspects of the English language and its literary traditions.
Course fees
Application fees
22.98L
1st year tuition fees
22.98L
Living cost
-
Living cost
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Degree requirements
Students can learn about the specific requirements for completing the degree by downloading the English Majors Handbook. For further questions or to declare English as a major, students are encouraged to contact the Undergraduate Coordinator, Dr. Ginger Pizer, via email.
English language test
DUOLINGO
105
IELTS
6
TOEFL
71
PTE
-
Want to learn more about the admission process, eligibility criteria, and acceptance rates for international students? Visit the Mississippi State University admission page for complete details.
Career prospects
Graduates of this program have gone into diverse fields such as law, government, business, publishing, teaching, and writing. The program also provides access to career mentors that can help students understand how their English degree can be applied in various professional paths.
FAQs
How can I learn more about the degree requirements?
You can download the English Majors Handbook for detailed degree requirements.
Who can I contact if I want to declare English as my major?
You should get in touch with the Undergraduate Coordinator, Dr. Ginger Pizer, at GPizer@english.msstate.edu.
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