University Catalog > Undergraduate Programs > Yeshiva College > English, BA
The English major at Yeshiva College offers students a rich and immersive exploration of literature, writing, and critical thought. Through courses spanning classical Greece, medieval Europe, Victorian Britain, and contemporary global literature, students engage deeply with diverse cultures and historical periods. The curriculum emphasizes both analytical and creative development, helping students become articulate thinkers and compelling writers. From poetry and fiction to film and digital media, the program encourages students to explore a wide range of genres and forms, fostering a nuanced understanding of human expression and achievement.
In addition to Major Core Courses, students in the English major may choose one area of focus either Creative Writing or Literary Studies. Students taking the Creative Writing focus develop the ability to express themselves with clarity and power, as well as becoming familiar with a range of contemporary approaches to texts and cultures. Students taking the Literary Studies focus encounter literary works from a range of culture and time periods, learn different approaches to the analysis of those works, and develop analytically and creatively as writers and thinkers.
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Complete 24 credits of English elective courses See optional areas of focus below.