Course Overview

English Education is a concentration within the English BA. It allows students to develop the subject-matter knowledge (known as “subject-matter competency”) required to enter credential programs to become English Language Arts teachers at the secondary level, in a middle or high school. For this reason, the program includes a wide range of courses: in literature; in the theory and practice of literacy teaching and learning; and in linguistics, composition, and communication. Students also complete 45 hours of service learning in local public schools. In addition to the 45-unit program, students choose one area of extended study (an “emphasis area”) from the following choices: Literature, Linguistics, Creative Writing, or Theater Arts. Candidates pursuing an emphasis in the latter will earn a minor in Theater Arts as well as the English Education B.A. The program culminates with students creating a digital portfolio to reflect on, synthesize, and showcase their learning. To gain a waiver from the state exam, the California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET), students need to maintain a B level grade or above in all major courses. Individuals who want to become teachers who do not fulfill the English Education concentration can establish English subject-matter competency by passing the CSET.

View the course modules for this degree on the university website BA (Hons) English course page bulletin.sfsu.edu

Details
Course
BA (Hons) English
Study Level
Undergraduate
Routes
  • 3 years: 1 year International Year One + 2 years degree study
  • Pathway IY1 Liberal and Creative Arts
Study type
Degree
Study mode
Full Time
Tuition fee
Start Dates
  • January
  • August
Campus
San Francisco State University, California
Entry Requirements
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