B.A. in English
Effective communication and analytical skills are a necessity in almost every career
pursuit and are perhaps the most important skills in today's information-driven society.
The Bachelor of Arts in English encourages the development and mastery of writing
strategies, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills and prepares graduates to
apply this learning in real-life situations. In your literature and writing classes,
you will gain an appreciation of literature and its historical importance, and you
will learn to formulate your own ideas in ways that inform, enlighten, and persuade.
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B.S. in English with Teacher Licensure (7-12)
UAFS’s Bachelor of Science in English with teacher licensure (grades 7-12) program
provides an in-depth curriculum taught by accomplished English and education faculty.
The teacher licensure portion of your program blends advanced theory with hands-on
experience to ensure you are prepared to lead your classroom upon graduation. Click here to learn more.
B.A. in Media Communication
The Bachelor of Arts in media communication emphasizes new media writing, media production,
convergence journalism, and digital literacy. You will gain workforce readiness through
a focus on writing, research, presentation, and new media skills. Media communication
students gain hands-on experience in media production and can participate in student
media publications. Click here to learn more.
B.A. in Rhetoric & Writing
Effective communication and analytical skills are a necessity in almost every career
pursuit. Every field requires competent communication specialists who understand the
basics of formulating an idea, structuring it in a logical format, and delivering
it in a way that informs, persuades, and enlightens. The Bachelor of Arts in rhetoric
and writing focuses specifically on effective communication skills through intensive
writing and editing classes. Click here to learn more.
Creative Writing Minor
This 18-hour program addresses numerous writing issues, cultivating your writing abilities
to apply to a variety of writing situations and demands. The minor complements a major
by broadening your academic experience. Click here to view the degree plan.
English Minor
This 18-hour program consists of a structured selection of courses to enrich your
academic preparation in effective writing strategies, critical thinking, and communication
skills. This minor complements any major by broadening the student’s academic experience.
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Rhetoric and Writing Minor
This 18-hour minor consists of a structured selection of courses to enrich your academic
preparation by providing instruction and practice in professional and academic writing.
This minor complements any major by broadening your academic experience. Click here to view the degree plan.
Speech Minor
This 18-hour minor will strengthen your skills in logic and oral communication, which
will support your progress in any major or career field. Click here to view the degree plan.
Teaching English as a Second Language Minor
This 18-credit hour minor is designed for those who wish to teach English as a second
language domestically and abroad. Courses include Second Language Acquisition, Teaching
Methods, and Assessment. Students obtaining the minor in TESL (18-hours) will also receive the Teaching English as a Second Language (15-hours)
Certificate of Proficiency.
