Bachelor of Arts in English and Creative Writing

University of Tulsa

The aim of the undergraduate program in English and creative writing is to educate students in literature and language and in the practice of writing, and to enhance their understanding of the tradition of liberal arts. The major develops the ability to understand and appreciate literature in its historical and cultural contexts, to read closely and analytically in a broad range of texts, and to write about language and literature with clarity and precision.The English core emphasizes basic experiences of the literary tradition in England and America and introduces students to critical methods and theoretical approaches to literary study. On this foundation, English electives focus on literary periods, major literary figures, the several genres of literature, and the nature and history of the English language. Work in related areas such as foreign languages, philosophy, history, film studies, and creative writing is encouraged. The overall aim of the program is flexible, yet directive and cumulative, and provides broad opportunities for professional as well as personal post-graduate application.Learning OutcomesStudents who complete the English & Creative Writing degree will:Analyze historically varied Anglophone literary texts.Apply knowledge of critical and creative practices in written, digital, and/or multi-modal projects that reflect awareness of the conventions of more than one genre.Produce a body of work that displays proficiency in the students’ chosen area(s) of emphasis and includes a self-assessment of their intellectual and/or creative process.Produce work that responds to ethical dilemmas.Produce work that engages with human and cultural diversity.Organize and/or contribute to a minimum of one project that extends beyond the classroom in engaging cultural discourses.

Henry Kendall College of Arts and Sciences