Bachelor of Arts in English/Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language

Exceptionally well qualified University of Delaware undergradute English majors may apply for the 4 plus 1 program which would culminate with the student earning a B.A. in English and an M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language within five years. The English major offers a practical, multidisciplinary, and flexible array of courses that prepare students for a variety of career paths, including business, law, government, science, the arts, healthcare, education, and multi-media production. Our students learn to write clearly, to speak persuasively, and to read with care and precision, all qualities required for the leadership roles of many professions.The English Department has a flexible and varied undergraduate program. Students choose one course from three possible areas of study (a total of nine credits): Literary History, Textual Analysis and Production, and Cultural Diversity. The next eight courses (24 credits) are all chosen in consultation with an in house academic advisor from the wide range of courses the Department offers. Finally, each student completes a capstone experience in the senior year. The options for the capstone include an internship, a portfolio, a symposium, an independent (three credits) study or thesis, and student teaching (for English Education majors).

Send official transcripts/examination results for all secondary and post-secondary work to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or academic advisor. Letters must be sent directly from the recommender to our office.