The English Department offers four optional concentrations
within the major.
American
Literature [self-audit]
An American literature concentration includes two of the four
Barnard survey courses in American literature, including one
before 1870 (either BC3179 or BC3180) and one after 1871 (either
BC3181 or BC3183); one senior seminar in American literature;
and one additional course in American literature. In
addition, students must fulfill all requirements for the English
major (minimum of ten courses). Students interested in
this concentration should consult with Professor Gordis
(408D Barnard Hall) or Professor Kassanoff (413
Barnard Hall).
 1.
Literary Criticism and Theory BC 3193. Best taken in the sophomore
year.
2. Colloquia BC 3159
and 3160. Taken in the junior year. (For
possible substitutions, click
here.)
3. Two courses
in literature written before 1900 (Click
here for details.)
4. One
survey
course on American literature between 1871 and the
present, either
BC3181 or BC3183
5. Two electives, of
which one will be in American literature and the other
selected from the entire English Department offering:
from 3103 through 3194. (N.B. These include courses
in writing, speech, theatre, and seminars on special themes
but not the Colloquia.)
6. Two senior seminars,
of which one must have a focus on American literature.
Permissible
substitution for one of these
seminars (requiring approval of the instructor and
the department
chair or departmental representative): BC 3999 Independent
Study (4 points). Apply by April
15 for fall-term projects and by November 15 for
spring-term projects. See the chair of the department
or Lucy Coolidge for
guidelines and application form.
Film
[self-audit]
A major in English with a concentration in Film consists of
a minimum of eleven courses. Students interested in a film
concentration should consult with Professor
Hamilton
(419
Barnard
Hall).
1.
Literary Criticism and Theory BC 3193. Best taken in the sophomore
year.
2. Colloquia
BC 3159 and 3160. Taken in the junior year. (For
possible substitutions, click
here.)
3.
Two courses in literature written before 1900.
(Click here for
details.)
4.
One additional literature course (excluding
the Colloquia). 5.
Introduction to Film and Film Theory BC 3201.
6.
One film writing course,
either Screenwriting BC3119, or Film
Criticism BC3120.
7. One film elective, chosen from among specific
offerings at Barnard or Columbia. Approval required.
8. Two senior seminars, one of which must
be the Film/Literature Senior Seminar (BC3998y sec. 5).
Theatre
[self-audit]
A major in English with a concentration in Theatre
consists of a minimum of eleven courses. Students interested
in a theatre concentration should consult Patricia Denison,
Acting Chair, Theatre Department (412 Barnard Hall).
1.
Literary Criticism and Theory BC 3193. Best taken in the sophomore
year.
2. Colloquia
BC 3159 and 3160. Taken in the junior year. (For
possible substitutions, click
here.)
3.
Two courses in literature written before 1900.
(Click here for
details.)
4.
One additional literature course (excluding
the Colloquia).
Courses in dramatic literature will apply towards
fulfillment
of the Theatre concentration electives requirement. 5.
A total of three courses in theatre history and dramatic
literature.
Students may elect to take two courses in theatre history (THTR
BC3050, 3051) and one dramatic literature seminar, OR one
theatre history course and two seminars in dramatic literature.
6.
Special Project in Theatre BC 3996, taken in conjunction
with a dramatic literature course. In certain cases, Independent
Study ENG BC 3999 may be substituted. The Special Project replaces
one senior seminar.
7. One senior seminar.
Writing
[self-audit]
A major
in English with a concentration in Writing consists of a
minimum of eleven courses. Students
enter the writing concentration only by permission. Interested
students
should
submit a portfolio
of their work to Timea Szell, Director of Creative Writing
(423 Barnard Hall), in the spring semester of their JUNIOR
year. More information
on how to apply.
1.
Literary Criticism and Theory BC 3193. Best taken in the sophomore
year.
2. Colloquia
BC 3159 and 3160. Taken in the junior year. (For
possible substitutions, click
here.)
3.
Two courses in literature written before 1900.
(Click here for
details.)
4.
One additional literature course (excluding the
Colloquia).
5.
Two writing courses,
one introductory (ENG BC 3105-3113) and one advanced (ENG
BC 3114-3118). Consult the Director about the applicability
of Columbia courses.
6.
A third elective, either in literature (in
English or another language) or creative
writing.
7.
A Senior Project,
written in a third writing course combined with a Special
Project in Writing (BC 3996), or written in an Independent
Study (BC 3999).
8.
One senior seminar.
Consult
the annual brochure of course offerings for complete
information about courses that fulfill major requirements.
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