2015-2016

English, Minor

Department of English

College of Arts and Letters

This flexible minor, with many approved electives, allows students to follow their love of English into the realms of literature, rhetoric, linguistics, or creative writing. The departmental portfolio of coursework is ripe with possibilities for individual interests, including technical writing, poetry, film as literature, folklore, or women writers.

  • A minor is earned in conjunction with a bachelor's degree.

    To receive a minor (18 - 24 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject matter areas with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0. At least 12 units of the minor must be unique to that minor and not applied to any other minor.

In addition to University Requirements:

  • Complete individual plan requirements.

Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.

Minimum Units for Completion 21
Major GPA C

Minor Requirements

  • Take the following 21 units with a Grade of "C" or better in each course:

    • 3 units of ENG coursework at any level
    • 6 units of ENG coursework at the 200 level or above
    • 9 units of 300-400 level ENG coursework
    • One 400-level ENG capstone course (3 units)
    Distribution:  The 21 units completed for the minor must include at least one course each from three of the following four groups listed below. Please note: You may count only one 100-level course toward this requirement.

    Select one course from at least three of the following four areas (9 units). Please note: You may count only one 100-level course toward this requirement.

  • At least 12 units of upper division coursework for this minor must be taken at NAU.

    Before graduating, you must complete two 3-unit courses, one in ethnic diversity and one in global awareness. You may be able to use English courses to fulfill Northern Arizona University's diversity requirements and requirements for this minor. Please use the course search in the academic catalog for a list of approved diversity courses.

  • Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.