Bachelor of Arts in English - Literary Studies

Middle Tennessee State University

he Literary Studies Concentration in the Bachelor of Arts in English is offered through the College of Liberal Arts at MTSU.Literary Studies provides training in theory and critical thinking for students considering careers in academia or other fields. This program is a study of literature with a focus on strategies for sophisticated reading, literary genres, literary criticism, and research. Students choosing the Literary Studies Concentration learn to analyze literature from different traditions and in various genres. Close reading of texts distinguishes Literary Studies from the Writing Concentration: although both programs strengthen students reading and writing skills, the Literary Studies Concentration focuses on existing literature rather than the creation of new texts. Literary Studies differs from the Literature and Culture Concentration in terms of scope, the latter analyzing film, media, music and/or art in addition to novels, plays, and poems. The value of Literary Studies is immeasurable: it fosters intellectual curiosity and personal growth, promotes understanding of diverse perspectives, and equips graduates with analytical skills that prepare them for a wide range of careers, including in law, journalism, marketing and education.

College of Liberal Arts