Biola University 2013–14 Catalog
ENGL 420 - Studies in Comparative Literature Comparative studies of a specific cultural literature. Sections offered in areas such as African, Spanish, Russian, Jewish, and German literature. Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; one 300-level course. Credit(s): 3. ENGL 430 - Special Studies in Literature Studies in general areas of literary interest such as film and literature, science fiction and folklore or in such specific literary topics as women’s literature or life writings. Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; one 300-level course. Credit(s): 3. Teachers (CSET) for those pursuing the Secondary Instruction concentration. Recommended for Juniors in their Fall semester. Students must pass all parts of the CSET exam during the first semester of their Senior year in order to apply for student teaching during the Secondary Curriculum course (LEDU 435). Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; one 300-level course. Credit(s): 1. ENGL 440 - Studies in Major Authors An in-depth study of the works of one or more significant authors with attention to the chronological development of the author’s style, main themes and relationship to the literary tradition. Sections offered include such authors as Chaucer, Milton, Wordsworth and Coleridge, Faulkner, and Hemingway. Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; one 300-level course. Credit(s): 3. ENGL 433 - CSET Preparation Class Preparation for the California Subject Examinations for ENGL 454 - Studies in Literary Theory Applied studies of literature using selected theoretical methodologies. Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; and 390. Credit(s): 3. ENGL 460 - Studies in Literary Genre Studies in a specific literary genre such as, poetry, drama, the novel and film. Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; one 300-level course. Credit(s): 3. ENGL 471 - Honors Seminar A selective seminar in literary analysis and pedagogy. Participants help lead the class through texts of their own choosing, and discuss strategies for engaging students effectively in the classroom. Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; one 300-level course. Credit(s): 3. ENGL 481 - Studies in World Literature Specialized studies of global literatures focusing on authors, periods, and/or movements from literary traditions other than the United States and Britain. Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; one 300-level course. Credit(s): 3. ENGL 482 - Studies in Ethnic Literature Specialized studies of race and ethnicity in literatures of North America and Britain. Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; one 300-level course. Credit(s): 3.
ENGL 490 - English Practicum Practical experience in English teaching, editing and/or research at the college level. Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; one 300-level course. Note(s): Limited enrollment. An Add/Drop Slip and Arranged Course Form must be submitted. Credit(s): 1 - 3. ENGL 491 - Senior Thesis An individualized research project developed in consultation with a faculty advisor to prepare students for the possibility of future graduate studies. Participants will discuss manifold aspects of graduate and professional life. Prerequisite(s): 100 or 112; 113; one 200-level course; one 300-level course. Credit(s): 3.
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