Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ | Catalog: 2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog Program: English Language [BS] Minimum Credits Required:__________________ | |||
English Language [BS]The Bachelor of Science in English Language gives you the opportunity to explore different aspects of the English language, with courses in Linguistics, Written Communications, and Journalism. Learn The major is designed for students who are interested in English, but maybe not entirely sure what aspect of the language arts they want to focus on. The major thus offers a diverse range of curricular options focused on Linguistics (with study of the structure, use, and history of English), on Written Communication (with study of the many diverse aspects of the practice and profession of writing), and with the option of Journalism (with study of research, reporting writing, and copyediting). Opportunities While pursuing this degree, students are encouraged to be involved in research on a topic of their choosing, often culminating with a presentation at the Undergraduate Research Symposium. We fully support the Honors College, with opportunities for support of Honors research projects and theses. Career paths in English Language include: Writer | Editing | Linguistics | Language teaching | Journalism | Law | Advertising | Library science | Information Technology | Speech Pathology | Professor | Translation | Web design | Natural language processing | Computer Science |
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Department InformationEnglish Language & Literature, College of Arts & Sciences Joseph Csicsila, Ph.D. | Interim Department Head | 612 Pray-Harrold | 734.487.4220 | jcsicsila@emich.edu | ||||
Advisor InformationDaniel Seely | 734.487.4220 | tseely@emich.edu Verónica Grondona | 734.487.4220 | vgrondona@emich.edu Beverley Goodman | 734.487.4220 | bgoodman@emich.edu | ||||
General Education Requirements:For specific requirements, see General Education or print a worksheet. | ||||
Major Requirements: 30 hours | ||||
Required Courses: 19-21 hours | ||||
Course Name | Credit Hour: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed |
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LING 201 - An Introduction to Linguistics Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LING 402 - Modern English Grammar Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 324W - Principles of Technical Communication [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121 | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 328W - Writing, Style and Technology [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) JRNL 215, WRTG 225, ENGL 300W, WRTG 323W, WRTG 324W, or WRTG 326W | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 417W - Rhetoric and the Written Word [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) One ”ENGL” course (200-399) | 3 hrs | |||
One course from the following: | ||||
LING 205 - English Words Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LING 421 - The History of the English Language Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) LING 201 or LING 401 | 3 hrs | |||
One course from the following: | ||||
LING 497 - Independent Study Course Rotation as needed (see dept.) Prerequisite(s) nine hours in the appropriate major or minor | 1 hr | |||
LING 498 - Independent Study Course Rotation as needed (see dept.) Prerequisite(s) nine hours in the appropriate major or minor | 2 hrs | |||
LING 499 - Independent Study Course Rotation as needed (see dept.) Prerequisite(s) nine hours in the appropriate major or minor | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 484W - Seminar in Written Communications [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) WRTG 424 | 3 hrs | |||
Restricted Elective Courses: 9-12 hours | ||||
Course Name | Credit Hour: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed |
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ENGL 387L4 - Cooperative Education in English [GELB] Course Rotation Admittance by application only | 3 hrs | |||
JRNL 215 - News Writing and Reporting Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
JRNL 306W - Feature Writing [GEWI] Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
JRNL 307 - Copy Editing Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) JRNL 215 | 3 hrs | |||
JRNL 423 - Magazine Article Writing Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) WRTG 328W or JRNL 306W | 3 hrs | |||
JRNL 453 - Advanced Reporting Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) JRNL 215 | 3 hrs | |||
PURL 314 - Writing for Public Relations Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) PURL 312 and JRNL 215 | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 225 - Writing in a Changing World Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121 | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 326W - Research Writing [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121 | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 424 - Technical Writing Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) WRTG 324W | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 427 - Technical Editing Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) WRTG 324W | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 428W - Writing Documentation, Usability, & User Experience Research [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) COSC 101 and WRTG 324W | 3 hrs | |||
Minor Requirement:This major requires a minor. For a list of available minors, please see Academic Programs or contact your major advisor. | ||||
Program Total:Students must earn a minimum total of 124 credits at the 100-level or above. Beginning in Fall 2022, all baccalaureate degree programs for all undergraduates (regardless of catalog year) will require a minimum of 120 credit hours for completion. | ||||
Critical Graduation InformationEach undergraduate student will be responsible for the fulfillment of the requirements or their equivalents of the Eastern Michigan University catalog in force at the time of their initial registration at a college or university or a subsequent catalog including the one in effect at the time of their graduation. In the event an undergraduate student does not complete the degree requirements within seven years of the date of their original registration at a college or university, the student may be required to have their credits re-evaluated by the academic department(s) of their major/minor in keeping with catalog requirements in force during the year of their graduation. The following are minimum requirements for all bachelor’s degrees awarded by Eastern Michigan University. Some majors and minors require more than the minimum in one or more of the areas below; students are urged to consult the online catalog for the requirements of their particular programs.
General Education Requirements EMU’s General Education Program requires students to choose from a menu of approved courses in several different areas; do not assume that other courses in the same department or with similar names will fulfill these requirements. A detailed description of General Education requirements is available in the General Education section of the catalog. Students who transferred to EMU may have modified general education requirements based on Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) or articulation agreements; consult your academic advisor for additional information. | ||||
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