Undergraduate Programs
Sharpen your writing, critical thinking and other valuable skills while exploring the depths of English language, literature and cultural studies.
What We Offer
Through our Bachelor of Arts in English, you’ll choose from one of six major concentrations:
- Creative Writing
- Film
- Rhetoric and Professional Writing
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Teacher Education
Not sure about a major? We also offer several minor courses of study in American literature, creative writing, English, film studies, journalism, linguistics, world cultural literacy, and rhetoric, writing and professional communication.
And at NC State, you won’t limit your education to the classroom. We encourage and support our students to participate in hands-on learning opportunities such as study abroad, undergraduate research, internships and more.
What Can I Do With My Degree?
Other Undergraduate Offerings
In addition to supporting all the students who choose NC State for our outstanding English program, our department also touches nearly all students at the university.
First-Year Writing
Most NC State students take one or two writing courses in their freshman year, depending on their placement scores, to satisfy the general education requirements in writing and speaking.
Professional Writing
Juniors and seniors majoring in a variety of technical, scientific and management-oriented fields choose among several professional writing courses.
Internship Program
Students who want real-world experiences that test their writing, editing and communication skills come to our department’s internship program. We’ll make sure you find expert supervision in professional settings.
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