June 23rd, 2020

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours:  18

Certificate description: The 18-hour Graduate Certificate in English trains students in the history and analysis of literature and the English language as well as writing and research skills. Through this certificate, students will:

• Deepen their knowledge of the English language and literature across historical periods and cultures
• Learn and apply a variety of critical methods for interpreting literature
• Practice creative and expository writing at the graduate level
• Acquire advanced research skills through structured assignments and feedback from experienced doctoral faculty
• Research and design educational content appropriate for college-level English courses

Student can take any English courses at the 7000 level, or 8000 level with instructor approval, up to 18 credits; offerings may vary from year to year.

Certificate web site:
http://catalog.missouri.edu/undergraduategraduate/collegeofartsandscience/english/grad-cert-english/