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The English Department at CSUSB brings together a dynamic group of educators, researchers, and creative writers dedicated to advancing English Studies through interdisciplinary approaches. Our Bachelor's program uniquely combines four specialized areas seldom found together: literary analysis, creative composition, language science, and rhetorical studies. Throughout their studies, learners develop comprehensive skills in textual analysis, critical thinking, and diverse writing styles while exploring language's creative, communicative, and functional dimensions. This foundation equips alumni for professional opportunities across multiple sectors including publishing, corporate communications, marketing, education, and healthcare, while also providing excellent preparation for advanced studies in fields ranging from legal to medical professions. Graduates emerge ready to actively participate in and contribute to their communities.
The curriculum features a shared foundational core alongside four specialized tracks in literature, linguistics, creative expression, or rhetorical studies. For those seeking customization, we offer a tailored concentration where students, guided by faculty mentors, can design a personalized academic path. We also feature an English Teacher Preparation pathway that qualifies future educators for CSET waivers prior to credential programs.