English Minors
English Minors
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Minoring in English offers a versatile path for students interested in enhancing their writing skills and broadening their literary knowledge. This minor provides three distinct tracks: Creative Writing, Technical and Professional Writing, and Writing and Language.
The Creative Writing track allows students to delve into poetry, fiction, and other forms of creative expression, fostering their unique voice and storytelling abilities. The Technical and Professional Writing track focuses on developing clear, effective communication skills for various professional contexts, including business, technical documentation, and digital content. Meanwhile, the Writing and Language track emphasizes the study of linguistic structures and effective written communication, preparing students for roles in education, editing, and beyond. Each option equips students with specialized skills and a deep understanding of language, opening doors to diverse career opportunities and personal growth.
English Minors
CREATIVE WRITING
The Liberal Arts program provides the traditional course of study in literature and language arts. Through nine “blocks” of study, students gain experience reading, writing, and researching in the field of English, allowing for both a wide overview of literary history and in-depth studies of specific periods, writers, and critical approaches. The track’s 37 hours in upper level literature and language equip students for life after graduation.
WRITING AND LANGUAGE
The Liberal Arts program provides the traditional course of study in literature and language arts. Through nine “blocks” of study, students gain experience reading, writing, and researching in the field of English, allowing for both a wide overview of literary history and in-depth studies of specific periods, writers, and critical approaches. The track’s 37 hours in upper level literature and language equip students for life after graduation.
TECHNICAL AND PROFESSIONAL WRITING
Francis Marion University prepares caring and competent teachers for the 21st century. In conjunction with the School of Education, the Department of English, Modern Languages, and Philosophy provides the knowledge base for students licensing to teach English in the state of South Carolina through the Secondary English Teacher Licensure option. The department supports and encourages the conceptual framework strands in the School of Education: critical thinking, collaboration, and reflection.