Literature (English, B.A.)
The B.A. in English Literature Emphasis adds expertise in interpreting literary and other creative cultural texts to the grounding in all aspects of English Studies provided by the core requirements for the B.A. in English.
Literature (English, B.A.)
Description
What is Literature at ODU like?
The B.A. in English Literature Emphasis adds expertise in interpreting literary and other creative cultural texts to the grounding in all aspects of English Studies provided by the core requirements for the B.A. in English.
Program Highlights
What makes Literature at ODU unique?
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Gives students a comprehensive understanding of the history and cultural significance of American, British, and other literary traditions written primarily in English
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Includes focused study of culturally diverse literary traditions, such as African-American, Native American, Asian American, and World literatures
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Gives students comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of the various methodologies for interpreting literary works that literary scholars have developed
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Offers students curricular flexibility in choosing which areas of literature they wish to focus on
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
$77,660
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Editors
$68,230
MEDIAN SALARY
Plan, coordinate, or edit content of material for publication. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication. Includes technical editors.
Librarians
$60,760
MEDIAN SALARY
Administer libraries and perform related library services. Work in a variety of settings, including public libraries, educational institutions, museums, corporations, government agencies, law firms, non-profit organizations, and healthcare providers. Tasks may include selecting, acquiring, cataloguing, classifying, circulating, and maintaining library materials; and furnishing reference, bibliographical, and readers
Human Resources Specialists
$66,220
MEDIAN SALARY
Perform activities in the human resource area. Includes employment specialists who screen, recruit, interview, and place workers.
Employers
Graduates from this major have gone to work at
Library Technician, Haymarket Community Library (LIT 2014); International Program Coordinator, Operation Smile (LIT 2016); Instructor of English, Eastern Shore Community College (LIT 2003); Corporate Facility Security Officer, Valkyrie Enterprises (LIT 2012)
Courses
What are some courses offered in Literature at ODU?
ENGL 433:
Victorian Literature
A study of the chief writers and the cultural and philosophical backgrounds of the Victorian era, touching on the changes from the early to the later part of the period. Works analyzed include fiction, nonfiction prose, and poetry. Prerequisites: One 300-level literature course or permission of instructor.
ENGL 465W:
African American Literature
An investigation of how African American literature has innovated, influenced, and been influenced by literary movements, historical events, social transitions, and political upheavals. This is a writing intensive course. Prerequisites: One 300-level literature course or permission of instructor and a grade of C or better in ENGL 110C and a grade of C or better in one of the following: ENGL 211C, ENGL 221C, or ENGL 231C.
ENGL 493:
Contemporary World Literature
Fiction, poetry, and plays written during the last fifty years in nations throughout the world. Most texts will have been written originally in languages other than English. The course will focus on a comparative study of works produced in a variety of cultural contexts, and will explore a range of approaches to defining or circumscribing world literature. Prerequisite: One 300-level literature course or permission of the instructor.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Literature at ODU?
Students entering the Bachelor of Arts program in Literature should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Undergraduate Admission)
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 374
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,039
Active Duty Military Rate
Per Credit:
$ 250
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 407
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Chief Departmental Advisor
Name:
Heather Weddington
Location:
5006 BATTEN ARTS & LETTERS, NORFOLK, VA, 23529
Email:
Office:
757-683-4036
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Location:
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Phone Office:
757-683-3685
Fax:
757-683-3255
Email:
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International Admissions
Location:
2101 Dragas Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3701
Fax:
757-683-3651
Email:
intladm@odu.edu
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