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English

Degree Type
  • Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science
Location
  • Main Campus in Radford, VA
Format
  • In-Person

Overview

As an English major, you will engage with critical reading and rhetorical skills necessary to understand text and media. You’ll study significant works from historical and contemporary authors and artists, while developing your own academic, creative and professional writing.

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The English Program

Located in Hemphill Hall, the School of Writing, Language and Literature (SWLL), offers two undergraduate degree options: a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.). Within these degrees, students may also choose one of the following specific concentrations:

  • Creative Writing
  • Game Studies
  • English Education
  • Professional and Technical Writing Communication

For students who are majoring in other academic areas, the School also provides four minors to choose from:

Please visit the School of Writing, Language and Literature Academic Programs for more information.

Why Study English?

As an English major, you’ll learn the power of language to change the world through critical thinking, rhetorical skills and creativity. With a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach, the English program will provide you with fundamental ways of organizing your ideas and expressing them effectively.

Our experienced and passionate faculty have expertise in a diverse range of topics such as education, film studies, game design, environmental studies, playwriting, disability studies, poetry, Appalachian studies, Shakespeare and much, much more!

Please visit the School of Writing, Language and Literature Our Faculty and Staff for more information about our faculty and their areas of research, teaching and service.

Admissions Requirements

There are no additional requirements beyond Radford University admission. Please note, however, that students seeking to pursue a specific concentration must fulfill all the requirements for the English major core and use their elective hours to complete the concentration.

Careers for English Students

The English major provides you with the knowledge and the skills essential for careers in education, business, government, advertising, journalism, creative writing, business and technical writing, editing and public relations (just to name a few!).

In addition to attending graduate school and law schools across the country, our alumni have gone on to do exceptional work at public schools, nonprofits, health organizations, game-design companies, government agencies and publishing companies. If you love language, let us help find the career path best for you!

Opportunities for English Students

The School of Writing, Language and Literature (SWLL) offers many opportunities for English students—including study abroad, internships, professional development, honors courses, student clubs and social events. Consider us your gateway to extracurricular experiences! You’ve found your place here!

Please visit the School of Writing, Language and Literature SWLL Student Resources for more information.

Related Programs

  • 67 English majors at Radford

    (in 2022-23)

  • 100% of students complete a senior thesis

    (with a faculty member)

  • 100% of English Education students admitted to the Teacher Education program earned certification

    (over the past 18 years)

The Right Skills for a Bright Future

As an English major at Radford University, you’ll level-up your skills through our reading and writing intensive courses, as you develop personally and professionally. Even if you’re not an English major, consider adding one of our English program minors to your academic plan. Talk to your advisor today!

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Ready to Study at Radford?

We want to get to know you better and we are excited that you are ready to take your next step and learn more about us. We are here to help you and look forward to working with you during your college search process.