English Minor
The student minoring in English at Coker University is prepared for a wide range of professional or graduate studies. English can be the foundation for careers in fields such as advertising, public relations, technical writing, publishing, journalism, government, or social services. It is also a solid basis for graduate studies in fields as varied as medicine, education, library science, journalism, creative writing, business, and law. In addition to practicing critical reading skills, English minors develop their ability to synthesize information and ideas easily and express themselves effectively. CEOs of major corporations rank communication and critical thinking skills at the top of their lists of requirements for those they hire, and the English minor builds those skills.
The courses listed below provide a broad background in the important modes, periods, authors, and genres of World, British, and American literature. Courses on the 200 level are designed primarily for sophomore level and above. Courses on the 300 level are designed for junior and senior students. Courses at the 400 level are open only to English minors unless permission of the instructor is obtained. The following courses may be applied to the ENG minor: COM 289, Film Criticism, COM 370 Writing for the Media, THE 255 Playwriting I, THE 455 Playwriting II, THE 375 Script Writing for Radio, Television and Film.
The minor in English requires the successful completion of 18 semester hours excluding ENG 110, 111, and 112. All courses counting toward a minor in English must be completed with a minimum grade of C. Twelve of the 18 hours must be at the 300 level or above, and all English minors must complete ENG 265. Students are welcome to select any combination of courses listed below, but they are encouraged to concentrate their studies on courses in literature or writing, depending on their postgraduate plans.
Requirements
English Minor Requirement
| ENG 265 | Critical Theory | 3 |
| Upper-Level English Electives (300-level or above) | 12 |
| English Electives (200-level or above) | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 18