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AddRan College of Liberal Arts
Department of English
AddRan College of Liberal Arts
Department of English

Majors & Minors

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Curious about how your passion for reading, writing, or storytelling can launch a meaningful career and make an impact in your future? In every field—from law and marketing to tech and education—effective and imaginative writers stand out. That’s where an English major or minor begins. At TCU English, you have meaningful options. This page introduces TCU’s three English majors and minors—English, Writing & Rhetoric, and Creative Writing—and shows how each one connects what you love to do with what the world needs. Discover the major or minor that speaks to you and sets you on a rewarding career path just like many of our alumni.

 

English

In this program, you will hone your writing and communication skills, develop critical and creative thinking that translates to a range of professions, from law to journalism to social work.

English Major English Minor

 

Writing & Rhetoric

As a Writing & Rhetoric student, you will explore the artistic and technical aspects of effective and compelling writing. Through varied coursework and class assignments related to rhetoric, style, and/or digital design, you will find your voice as a writer and communicator for the 21st century.

Writing & Rhetoric MajorWriting & Rhetoric Minor

 

/english/images/frog-fountain-cropped.png Creative Writing In this program, you will develop the artistic and technical aspects of creative writing in poetry, prose, drama, and/or digital writing. You will study representative authors and take part in collaborative writing workshops to help you hone your writing skills and your craft. Creative Writing Major Creative Writing Minor

Mia Vu, English major

Mia Vu

Class of 2026

"I chose to major in English because I plan to go to law school and wanted a major that would prepare me for the heavy readings I would encounter. The program has also sharpened my ability to write research papers, essays, and different mediums like poetry. The department offers a unique variety of courses that emphasize discussion and critical thinking. The range of classes I’ve taken has opened my mind to different perspectives and corners of the world, and the program will equip you with skills that are valuable for any field you go into. "

Composition Program

We believe that writing and composition are central to a liberal arts education.

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Undergraduate Programs

    Director of Undergraduate Studies

    Dr. Jill Havens headshot
    Dr. Jill Havens

     

    Minors Advisor

    Dr. Shuv Raj Rana BhatDr. Shuv Raj Rana Bhat
    s.ranabhat@tcu.edu
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    Degree Concentrations

    Do you have an interest within the English or Writing and Rhetoric major that you would like to pursue in greater depth? Select or create a concentration for your degree!

    Graduate Hooding Ceremony 2023 English Accelerated Master's Program This degree option allows outstanding TCU undergraduates with a declared English or Writing and Rhetoric major to earn both a B.A. and M.A. degree in five years. Class of 2023 Sigma Tau Distinction Program The English Department's Distinction Program is designed for high-achieving English, Writing and Rhetoric, and Creative Writing majors.