Lubbock,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
This program provides advanced studies in literature, creative writing, and linguistics. Designed to go beyond undergraduate education, it offers a unique academic journey focused on deeper exploration and honing analytical skills. The English Department provides both in-person and online M.A. programs, with identical coursework across both formats.
The English M.A. is a 36-credit degree offering thesis and non-thesis tracks. Thesis candidates take 30 credits of graduate courses plus 6 thesis credits, culminating in a written thesis and defense. The non-thesis alternative involves 36 credits of coursework, with students compiling and defending a portfolio containing revised essays or creative works, accompanied by a reflective analysis.