B.A. in English B.A. in English with Secondary School Teacher Certification B.F.A. in Writing Minor in English Minor in Writing
Bachelor of Arts in English From survey courses to seminars in single authors and literary movements, the GMC English Program strikes a balance between breadth of knowledge and depth of understanding. The training students receive in critical reading and analytical writing is ideal preparation for graduate studies in a variety of liberal arts majors. Students who understand the importance of literature in revealing how cultures and individuals make sense of the world will find this field of study practical, no matter what their plans for the future may be. Download degree requirements (PDF format). Bachelor of Arts in English with Secondary School Teacher Certification This degree prepares students to be licensed to teach English in grades 7-12. In addition to completing the B.A. in English, students must take Teaching Writing and Grammar (ENG 3019), are exempt from thesis or internship requirements, and must complete a sequence of study and field experiences in education. For details on the education component of the program, visit the education program site. Download degree requirements (PDF format). Bachelor of Fine Arts in Writing The writing program at Green Mountain College encourages students to hone their skills in creative writing workshops. Our faculty consists of widely published authors, with novels, poems, plays, and creative essays to their credit. Each semester they direct workshops in their field of expertise, helping students develop polished portfolios of writing. Students also learn how to identify potential markets for their work and how to submit their work in a professional manner. As a capstone project, all writing majors complete a Senior Writing Project, which is a full-length, original work in any genre. Projects may include a collection of poetry or short stories, a novella, a play, a work of creative nonfiction, or any other original work. Each student works closely with a faculty mentor in developing a manuscript of original work. As a part of this experience, students also present a public reading or performance of their work. The greater part of student work focuses on writing and presentation, with an underpinning in literary backgrounds. This program serves students with educational goals such as creative writing, copywriting, journalism, corporate writing, and graduate school. The program serves as well for those interested mainly in self-development without specific career goals. Students are encouraged to consider a minor in a complementary field.
Download degree requirements (PDF format). English Minor Available to all bachelor degree candidates. Provides a well-rounded sampling of the courses offered in the English major. Download degree requirements (PDF format). Writing Minor Available to all bachelor degree candidates. Similar to the English minor, with a heavier focus on writing workshops and less on literature. Download degree requirements (PDF format).
