BA in English - Language, Writing and Rhetoric in College Park United States | University of Maryland, College Park

The English Bachelor of Arts program comprises five core components that provide comprehensive instruction in literary analysis, rhetoric, media studies, English language structures, and diverse writing practices from creative to professional. A key feature is the program's four specialized tracks, each focusing on distinct areas within English studies and their practical applications. Students select one track to develop expertise in their chosen field, helping them refine professional skills and communicate their abilities effectively to potential employers. While encouraging specialization, the program's adaptable structure also enables students to explore interdisciplinary interests. Our curriculum delivers fundamental English studies training while creating avenues for cross-disciplinary learning, internship experiences, and educational opportunities outside traditional classroom settings.

Develop crucial competencies in writing, public speaking, communication, and persuasion through the study of rhetorical techniques, linguistic fundamentals, discourse patterns, and historical and contemporary audience perspectives. Students in this concentration complete one course in each of these areas: Historical Contexts, Analytical Frameworks, Practical Applications, and Performance/Instructional Methods, with remaining credits available for elective courses in language, writing, or rhetoric.