Victory University 2012-2013 Academic Catalog

Major Requirements
EN-3003 History of the English Language 3 semester hours
EN-3502 Shakespeare 3 semester hours
EN-3902 Literary Criticism and Theory 3 semester hours
EN-2102 English Literature I 3 semester hours
EN-2202 English Literature II 3 semester hours
EN-2601 American Literature I 3 semester hours
EN-2602 American Literature II 3 semester hours
EN-3712 Introduction to Poetry 3 semester hours
EN-4002 Advanced Studies 3 semester hours
in a Period, Genre, or Author
EN-4032 Special Studies in Modern Literature 3 semester hours
EN-4103 Authors of Christian Commitment 3 semester hours
EN-3232 Expository Writing 3 semester hours
36 semester hours
Foreign Language
12 semester hours**
** Minimum of six (6) semester hours in the same foreign language
Minor
15 semester hours
General Electives
15-17 semester hours
TOTAL
120 SEMESTER HOURS
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HISTORY - (MINOR REQUIRED)
DEGREE AVAILABLE ON CAMPUS AND ONLINE
DEGREE REQUIREMENT
120 SEMESTER HOURS
The History Major seeks to instill in students an analytical understanding of the past with the
goal of using past lessons to better engage and improve the world around them. Knowledge of
the lessons of the past, both positive and negative, is central to informing a Christian’s
worldview and his/her relation to the world. Much of common historical knowledge is as much
myth as it is truth. To properly understand the past (and thus interpret and fully embrace the
present), a student must be taught to view history analytically, realistically, and without bias.
Moreover, the study of history provides an excellent basis for future careers both inside and
outside education and the historical profession. The History Major seeks to convey skills such
as critical reading, critical writing, critical thinking, public speaking, and organization that will
prepare students for future careers in education, law, ministry, and public service.
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