Welcome to the Bachelor of Arts English - Literature and Culture

The Literature and Culture Concentration in the Bachelor of Arts in English is offered through the College of Liberal Arts at MTSU. Literature and Culture gives students an interdisciplinary context, helping prepare them to engage with different aspects of popular and intellectual culture. This program considers the role and impact of literature within various cultures around the world and touches on topics such as major British writers, early American literature, native American literature, multicultural literature, early women writers, black women as writers, children's literature, folklore, the relationship of gender in writing, science fiction, and linguistics.

Career Path

Degrees in English increase opportunities for success in a constantly changing job market. An emphasis on clear and logical communication prepares students for a wide range of occupations, rather than emphasizing one or two vocational tracks. Students in the program have gone on to such positions as Advertising/public relations executive Content manager, Creative writer, Director/support staff for non-profit organizations, Editor, Lawyer (after law school), Librarian, Manager, Professional/technical writer, Public servant, Publisher, Researcher.