The Online Bachelor of Arts in English Literature Program is offered by the Grand Canyon University (GCU) backed with its regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission. Participants in this program can expect to gain a critical appreciation for literature including the importance of recognizing its broad value and its potential to expand perspectives and transform visions. The majors provide a general knowledge of English and American Literature History as well as specific knowledge of selected genres, periods and authors. Basically however, graduates of this program are expected to acquire skills in written and oral communication. They are likewise expected to develop critical thinking and acquire grammar and linguistics relevant to teaching.

Total credits gained after completion of this program is one hundred twenty (120) including General Education credits, English Literature Major credits and Elective credits. English Literature Major courses include Ethical Thinking in the Liberal Arts, Analysis of World Literature, English Literature I and II, American Literature I and II, Introduction to English Grammar and Linguistics, Shakespeare, Major Author, Literary Movement, The Short Story, and The Novel. These courses total forty-eight (48) credits. General Education courses which provide 34-40 credits cover University Foundations, Effective Communication, Christian Worldview, Critical Thinking, and Global Awareness/Perspectives and Ethics.

Tuition rates for online programs offered by GCU are the same as those taken by traditional students on campus. Traditional undergraduate programs cost $ 687.50 per credit. All online courses use Angel technology for consistence in format in support of classes taken by students. Each class starts with a tutorial for familiarization with the online structure. Prospective students must have a high school diploma or GED. Work experience is definitely an advantage for admission.

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