Online English Degree :: Accredited Universities

If you love literature and enjoy analyzing literary works, an online Master of Arts degree in English will enrich your knowledge and expand your critical analysis and communication skills. Upon completion of your MA English degree, you might pursue a doctoral degree in literature, teach at the community college or secondary levels, earn a professional degree in law or business, or work in publishing or public relations.

Southern New Hampshire University's MA English degree is versatile and offered entirely online, so you can complete course work on your schedule. The in-depth study provides a strong foundation in British and American literary works and enables you to tailor the program to your interests. Traditional and nontraditional course topics range from Shakespeare, Victorian literature and the Renaissance to Romantic literature, American Modernism, and gender and multi-ethnic studies.

Advantages of an Online Master of Arts Degree in English at SNHU:

- An affordable private, nonprofit university with an 80-year history.

- No GRE, GMAT or undergraduate degree in English required for admission.

- Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify.

- All classes are taken online for maximum convenience.

- Extensive online interaction with your instructor and classmates.

- Online Master of Arts degree in English classes are taught by experienced faculty who are critically acclaimed, published writers.

- Complete your MA English degree in as few as 15 months with two classes per term.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or should anticipate completion of a bachelor's degree before enrollment in the graduate program.

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- Applicants should have the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree

- Applicants will require the equivalent of 2.75 on a 4.0 grading scale for admission consideration.

- Applicants who have some master’s level academic work may be eligible for transfer credits or exemptions.

- Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency as evidenced by: TOEFL score 79-80 and greater, IELTS 6.5 and greater, PPTE 54 and greater, ELS 107 and greater, Michigan 90 and greater. It is recommended that you have TOEFL and IELTS results sent directly to SNHU to avoid delays. SNHU’s TOEFL code is 3649. The TOIEC examination is not accepted.

- English Bridge Applicants with the following scores will start in a bridge program combining English courses and academic courses: TOEFL 71-78, IELTS 6, PTE 49-53, ELS 112, EF 106, Michigan 85-89. English as a Second Language (ESL): Students with scores of TOEFL less than 71, IELTS less than 6.0, PTE less than 48, ELS less than 112, EF less than 106, and Michigan less than 85, can register and attend English as a Second Language (ESL) program

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In the School of Language Arts, the English program is designed to prepare students for a variety of job opportunities requiring a professional level of knowledge andskills in the area of English such as journalism and publishing. It will also prepare students for graduate studies in English and related fields.
In congruence with the standard set forth by the university, the English department desires that each student be transformed thinkers who will impact their world for Christ.

The mission of the English program is to provide students with a sound academic foundation in written communication, in depth comprehension, and critical thinking skills from a Christian perspective that will equip them to be productive and successful in a variety of career pursuits.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed a diploma from a U.S. high school or equivalent program.

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The Department of Communications promotes high academic and spiritual standards, for each of us is called to "excel in everything - in faith, in speech, in knowledge.We offer unique opportunities to examine ourselves and the world in which we live through critical studies of literature, which, as C.S. Lewis contends, "adds to reality" and "enriches the necessary competencies that daily life requires.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed a high diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.

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The Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree program in English prepares adults for career change, advancement or graduate education, while providing personal enrichment. The program explores the various aspects of literature and advanced writing and enables students to develop a broad general knowledge of the traditional liberal arts disciplines and a greater depth of knowledge in English.

Learning Outcomes
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- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the origins of the English language and its evolution

- Apply the principles of composition, including rhetorical grammar and usage, critical thinking, basic principles of argumentation and the use of research methods and documentation skills

- Recognize and identify various genres in literature

- Identify literary devices, forms and elements

- Identify historical and cultural characteristics of literary genres

- Discuss critically issues of gender, class, ethnicity, culture and the individual that are present in literature

Entry Requirements

You are eligible to become an undergraduate student at Thomas Edison State College if you are:

- An adult 21 years of age or older (unless you are participating in a special college program)

- A high school graduate or have successfully passed a General Educational Development (GED) test

- The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required of all applicants whose primary language is not English. A score of 550 on the written; 213 on the computer version; or 79 on the Internet version is required.

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Literature has long been a source of inspiration, both for readers and writers – find yours with SNHU's online master's degree in English and Creative Writing with a concentration in Fiction. This English and Creative Writing graduate degree program fosters your imagination and creativity with a perfect balance of critical analysis and craft. Focus on writing fiction and why authors do what they do and how they do it to develop a deeper understanding of fiction in all of its forms.

The art of storytelling runs rampant through history and society and is critical to cross-cultural communication. Studying the work of published writers will help you develop your own creative writing skills. The personal philosophy of composition is at the core of the master’s degree in English and Creative Writing.

At the culmination of the program, you will create your own manuscript and explore the skills you need for great storytelling. Put pen to paper and tell your tale.

Push Your Creative Boundaries with the Fiction Concentration

In addition to critical analytic and communication skills, you will gain insight into publishing, broadcasting and professional production. Your knowledge will grow beyond a basic understanding of plot building, narrative voice and character as you push your creative boundaries. Perfect your craft for the kind of fiction you want to bring to life: novels, short stories, children’s literature
and more.

Master's Degree in English and Creative Writing - Careers

The Master of Arts in English and Creative Writing with a concentration in Fiction can lead to numerous career opportunities. This program does more than just expose you to literature and help you develop new writing skills: You can apply the communications skills you gain to any profession, from journalism to law and business management to marketing.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of authors, writers and editors is expected to grow by 7 percent through 2020. Employment in salaried writing and editing positions is expected to increase slightly as jobs become more prevalent throughout the economy.

The following careers are expected to follow this growth trend:

Writer / author
Literary agent
Publisher
Manuscript reader

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or should anticipate completion of a bachelor's degree before enrollment in the graduate program.

International applicants
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- Applicants should have the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree

- Applicants will require the equivalent of 2.75 on a 4.0 grading scale for admission consideration.

- Applicants who have some master’s level academic work may be eligible for transfer credits or exemptions.

- Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency as evidenced by: TOEFL score 79-80 and greater, IELTS 6.5 and greater, PPTE 54 and greater, ELS 107 and greater, Michigan 90 and greater. It is recommended that you have TOEFL and IELTS results sent directly to SNHU to avoid delays. SNHU’s TOEFL code is 3649. The TOIEC examination is not accepted.

- English Bridge Applicants with the following scores will start in a bridge program combining English courses and academic courses: TOEFL 71-78, IELTS 6, PTE 49-53, ELS 112, EF 106, Michigan 85-89. English as a Second Language (ESL): Students with scores of TOEFL less than 71, IELTS less than 6.0, PTE less than 48, ELS less than 112, EF less than 106, and Michigan less than 85, can register and attend English as a Second Language (ESL) program

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