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Literary Studies

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Pursue your love of literature with a literary studies minor

If you love reading, writing and talking about books, this minor is for you! The literary studies program is filled with interesting courses, encouraging faculty and thriving student organizations.

Over the course of the minor, you’ll learn about literature and media, and how they’ve affected various cultures and historical periods. You’ll also enhance your communication skills and prepare for a wide variety of career paths.

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Curriculum & Courses

Department

College of Arts & Sciences
Department of English

About the Literary Studies Minor

The minor in literary studies is the perfect program for students who love literature but don’t have room in their schedules for an English major.

During the minor, you’ll take 18 credit hours of courses. This includes one introductory course and your choice of interesting electives. Elective topics span from Shakespeare to film studies to poetry. Students may also choose to study abroad and take courses that count toward the minor. Here are some other courses you may enjoy:

  • Modern poetry
  • Comics and graphic novels
  • Literatures of slavery and freedom
  • Medieval literature
  • Literature and American sport
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The English department is composed of many accomplished writers, researchers and educators. Here is just a small sampling of our faculty’s specialties and published work:

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What can you do with a literary studies minor?

The literary studies minor provides students with lifelong communication skills and an outlet for their love of literature. Our graduates can easily apply what they’ve learned in a wide variety of career paths. Many of our students pursue careers in education, communication, journalism, marketing, library sciences and more!

Common Career Paths

Our English and literature studies students pursue careers in many different industries. Some graduates use what they’ve learned in the nonprofit sector while others pursue careers in media. Whatever path you take, your UW education will be there to support you! Here are some of the most common career paths our graduates pursue:

  • Law
  • Education
  • Communications
  • Media
  • Publishing
  • Grant-Writing
  • Editing
  • Journalism
  • Marketing
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Literary Studies Minor Highlights

UW’s minor in literary studies includes many unique benefits, including fun, interactive classes and study abroad programs. Learn more about what makes this minor special.

Study Abroad Programs

Study abroad programs are a wonderful way to expand your horizons and learn in a unique environment. Many of our literature studies students choose to study abroad through programs that count towards the minor. The annual Shakespeare in England & Italy program is one popular option.

Student-Led Organizations

There are many active student organizations on the UW campus, and the Department of English is no exception! Students are encouraged to join on-campus organizations as they promote community, professional development and personal growth. English department clubs include the Upstart Crows, Sigma Delta Tau Honor Society and many more. 

Scholarships

Students are welcome to apply for the many Department of English scholarships. Awards include travel grants and merit-based scholarships.

Small Class Sizes

Our English department prides itself on providing small class sizes for our students. This gives all students the opportunity to engage with faculty members and get individualized attention throughout their time at UW.

 

Related Programs

Interested in a literature studies minor? These programs may also be of interest to you:

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