Degree: Bachelor of Arts

College of Liberal Arts Dean: Edward Jacobs    email: ejacobs@latech.edu    phone: (318) 257-4805 School of Literature and Language Director: Carole S. Tabor    email: carole@latech.edu    phone: (318) 257-2718

For information in writing: Louisiana Tech University School of Literature and Language P.O. Box 10018 Ruston LA 71272

What is a B.A. in English?
A student majoring in English will study literary history, literary forms and theory, and the wide variety of texts from English and American literature as well as masterpieces from other literatures in English translation. One of the most intellectually rewarding of studies, a major in English acquaints the student with the narratives and imagery that for centuries have helped shape our culture and language. An English curriculum will develop critical thinking skills, critical reading abilities, and writing skills which will prepare the graduate for success in a variety of fields.

Careers in English

An English degree is an excellent pre-professional major for fields such as law and medicine and provides the necessary platform for the M.A. and Ph.D. in English for students who wish to enter secondary or university teaching. As an English major, one can go into the fields of publishing, editing and advertising. Businesses often hire English majors because of their intellectual versatility and command of the language. There are opportunities, for example, in merchandising, retailing and personnel management. The research and writing skills developed as an English major can lead to careers in public relations and government service. A B.A. in English is, in fact, one of the most flexible and useful of degrees.

High school and pre-preparation

Any student admitted to the university may elect to major in English. Students who enjoy reading and who have taken a standard college preparatory curriculum, including four years of English, and who hold a GPA of 2.5 or higher, should do well in English.

For complete information concerning our B.A. English please view our current Catalog