BA in English -Theatre (Barnard) in New York United States | Columbia University

The English program cultivates exceptional writing abilities, powerful communication skills, and deeper appreciation of culturally important literature. We motivate English majors to sharpen their engagement with creative works and refine their perception of literary structures by focusing rigorously on language, historical backgrounds, and analytical techniques.

These goals reflect the educational priorities of our English Department. Faculty members have full autonomy to determine which objectives align with their specific courses and instructional approaches.

Upon completing their English degree, graduates should achieve these learning outcomes:

exhibit proficient critical reading and interpretation abilities.
develop strong analytical writing capabilities.
comprehend various literary styles, structures, and linguistic elements.
acquaint themselves with key concepts in literary analysis and theoretical frameworks.
gain knowledge about the evolution of literature through different periods.
conduct intensive study of a significant literary figure's works.