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English - Master's (MA)

CIP CODE 23.0101.00

DEGREE OVERVIEW

The MA in English is designed to enable students to learn about, critique, and work in teaching, research, writing, or other fields that value a strong grounding in language, literature, rhetoric, and the study of culture through texts.


ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The MA program provides a strong grounding in scholarly methods and in theory, making it an ideal preparation for doctoral study; it is also useful for teachers who want to sharpen their ability to teach literature and writing and for professionals who want to improve their writing skills. MA students benefit from

  • Award-winning faculty recognized for excellence in teaching and research
  • Low faculty-to-student ratio and small class sizes
  • An individualized program of study
  • A higher average salary for their future careers than those of students who do not earn an MA
  • Flexible scheduling

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

  • Teaching
  • Educational administration and services
  • Publishing
  • Technical writing
  • Law
  • Media and public relations
  • Journalism
  • Other business fields that require excellent writing and communication skills

DEGREE OPTIONS

English - MA - Thesis Option

The thesis option is a 30-credit-hour program and requires 24 hours of coursework (two three-credit-hour core courses and 18 hours of electives) and at least six hours of thesis. The degree culminates with a defense of the thesis.

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English - MA - Non-Thesis Option

The non-thesis option requires a 30-credit-hour program of coursework, and all 30 hours take the form of coursework (two three credit-hour-core courses and 30 hours of electives). The final requirement for a non-thesis MA is submission of a portfolio, which will consist of a variety of writing assignments designed to prepare the student to enter the professional and/or academic workplace.

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WHY CHOOSE US?

  • Research-1 Doctoral University (Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education)
  • No. 7 nationally for master’s degree programs (Intelligent.com)
  • Awarding-winning faculty recognized for excellence in teaching and research
  • Low faculty-to-student ratio and small class sizes

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PROGRAM CONTACT

Name:
Director of Graduate Studies

Phone:
817-272-0466

Email:
english.gradadvisor@uta.edu


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English - Master's (MA)

Learn more about this program on the Department or College website.

Department of English

College of Liberal Arts