Master of Arts in English - Literature

Pittsburg State University

Little has shaped our world, its cultures, and its societies more than literature. Fully understanding its impact upon our lives and learning how to successfully craft a narrative can lead to a successful and fulfilling career.The Master of Arts Degree in English with an Emphasis in Literature is designed for students who enjoy the challenge of analyzing great works of British, American, and international authors, of engaging with the ideas and themes found in the best that has been thought and said, and of tracing the grand arcs of literary history.Our program is designed to further develop students’ research and critical thinking skills. Writing techniques and spoken communication skills will be honed through coursework in research methods, theory, and literature. The majority of classes focus on literature, including major authors and time periods, genres, themes, and special topics in global literature.Students selecting this emphasis may be preparing for doctoral studies in English or for professional degree programs in business or law. High school teachers, on the other hand, may select this emphasis to update their teaching credentials and to qualify them to teach dual credit courses at the high school level.Other possible careers include:EducatorJournalistEditorPublisherMarketing ProfessionalPublic Relations ProfessionalMany More