Literature Minor
Description
A Literature minor gives students the flexibility to explore the wide range of English studies with an emphasis on the study of literary works. As a Literature minor you will read and discuss great literary texts and hone your skills as a writer and scholar over the course of six classes (18 credits), many of which are also in the university’s Core Curriculum. Detroit Mercy English courses are taught by award-winning faculty members who are passionate teachers and active scholars and authors.
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Requirements for the Minor
Requirements for the Literature Minor
The minor consists of six courses (18 credits) chosen in consultation with your English department advisor, with the following stipulations:
- It is recommended that Literature minors take ENL 3000 Writing About Literature (3 credits).
- The minor must include three or more 3000- and 4000-level courses, at least one of which is at the 4000 level.
- Internships do not count towards the minor.
- Students must complete a final portfolio.
Please Note:
- ENL1300 College Writing (3 credits) and ENL1310 Academic Writing (3 credits) do not earn credit for the Literature minor.
- AP or IB credits for English courses do not fulfill requirements for the Literature minor.
- Only one course from ENL 2350 Study of Fiction (3 credits), ENL 2450 Study of Poetry (3 credits) or ENG 2650 Study of Drama (3 credits) can be used for the minor.
Program Contact Information
Department Chair: Mary-Catherine Harrison, Ph.D.
Briggs Building, Room 218
McNichols Campus
Email: mc.harrison@udmercy.edu
Telephone: 313-993-1081
Fax: 313-993-1166