MA in English - Literature in Youngstown United States | Youngstown State University

Your studies will include a minimum of two literature classes plus a methods and research course. While optional, you'll have the opportunity to specialize in areas like literary studies, linguistics, professional writing, composition and rhetoric, or language/literature instruction. The Master of Arts curriculum allows you to examine diverse perspectives on literature, language, and writing, enhancing your skills as an analyst, author, and educator. The program features specialized coursework in:

Literary research, historical contexts, and critical theory
Genre-specific and author-focused studies
Creative and technical writing
Language structure and composition principles
Cinema studies
Writing and literature pedagogy
With intimate class settings, you'll benefit from close mentorship with our distinguished English professors, who emphasize both classical literary traditions and contemporary multicultural perspectives. Ultimately, this program equips you for advanced careers in education, writing, or further academic research, offering flexible course options tailored to your professional aspirations.