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UNC's English department currently has three programs English majors can choose from. The LIBERAL ARTS major offers a balanced approach to literature, language, writing and oral communication, requiring students to take courses in English, American and World Literatures, Traditional and Modern Grammars, and a variety of electives. This major is especially suited for those interested in professional and graduate degree programs such as law, theology, medicine, and library science. The Liberal Arts major is excellent preparation for professions stressing language usage, such as writing and teaching-related fields. The English major with an emphasis in Elementary and Middle School Teaching combines the core requirements of the Liberal Arts major with courses in teaching methods. This major also prepares students to teach in Elemenary and Middle Schools with courses such as Mythology and Folklore.
The English major with an emphasis in Secondary Education affords future teachers broad coverage of literary history, special topics in literature, courses in pedagogy, language and writing. This major provides specialized training that enables our graduates to "practice what they teach."