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English

Degree type:
BA
Mode of study:
On-campus
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Turn your passion for reading and writing into a career through Mount Saint Mary’s English program

Immerse yourself in literature and theory while sharpening your writing, critical thinking and research skills with an English degree from Mount Saint Mary’s. In small classes, you’ll explore the world’s greatest literature and foundations of theory and critiques as you gain crucial professional skills applicable to a wide variety of careers. 

Graduates of Mount Saint Mary’s English undergraduate program go on to careers in law, business management, journalism, education, public service, administration and social work. 

Career opportunities and program outcomes for English program graduates

Our location in Los Angeles means you have access to high-profile companies and organizations for professional development, internships and your career. As one of the largest economies in the world, Los Angeles has opportunities for whatever avenue you choose. 

Here are just a few places where our students went on to intern or work at:

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Learn to write, analyze and evaluate with finesse

Shape your future

Your English degree will sharpen skills essential across any industry: 

  • Write clearly, competently, creatively and confidently
  • Approach texts critically, analytically and appreciatively 
  • Demonstrate a broad grasp of English, American and world literature
  • Research, evaluate, synthesize and document with a critical eye

There are many avenues to personalize your English degree for your exact career goals.

BA in English

For the Bachelor of Arts in English degree, you can select the creative writing concentration or choose to pair your English degree with other disciplines like psychology, sociology, religious studies, political science, pre-law or STEM.

Interested in contributing to the literary world? The Creative Writing emphasis helps you define your voice as a writer through workshops in fiction, poetry, nonfiction prose and drama. Understand the mechanics of plot, character development and symbolism with specific preparation for Master of Fine Arts programs.

We offer also Creative Writing as a minor. 

English and Business Administration Joint Major

The English and Business Administration Joint Major combines the research, writing and critical thinking of liberal arts with the professional preparation of the business program. Students interested in Law can select a second major in American Studies, Philosophy or Political Science to complete the Pre-Law minor.

High School Teaching Credential

In collaboration with the Education Department, the English Subject Matter Preparation Program prepares you to teach English in secondary schools in accordance with the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Small classes. Powerful results.

Here are a few courses you may encounter throughout your English major at Mount Saint Mary’s University. 

ENG 33
The Graphic Novel in Literature

In this course, you will explore the graphic novel鈥揻ocusing on how the visual and print media work together to create a unique experience for readers while dealing with weighty social issues.

ENG 155
Intro to Screenwriting

This course will help develop your writing skills and tools for constructing a screenplay. We will discuss script formatting, drafting, classical screenplay structure, dramatic scene structure, rewriting and selling a script.

ENG 32
Literature of Los Angeles

You will explore the literature and history of Los Angeles in this course with an emphasis on the ways national, geographic, cultural, moral, legal and ethnic boundaries blur the city鈥檚 history, mythology, texts, people and communities.

Outstanding English education beyond the classroom

At Mount Saint Mary’s University, learning and development happens in and out of the classroom. These opportunities empower you to hone your skills, expand your network and build your resume.

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    Audemus

    Audemus is Mount Saint Mary鈥檚 student-run literary magazine. Help, edit or contribute as you dip your toes into the literary publication world.

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    The Athenian Print

    Mount Saint Mary鈥檚 online newspaper The Athenian Print is open to all students who wish to expand their journalistic, research and editorial skills.

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    Study abroad

    Explore the rich tapestries of literature in international locations. Recent destinations have included Italy and England.