ENGL 495

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Literary Studies Senior Capstone

English College of Humanities

Course Description

In-depth study of a focused area of literature and theory or criticism. Content varies; requires research and writing.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

Senior status

Note

Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.

Title

Analysis and Critical Conversation

Learning Outcome

Contribute to the critical conversation about a particular disciplinary topic or issue by writing and speaking in an in-depth, competent manner about that area.

Title

Research and Writing

Learning Outcome

Craft an independent, original, and sophisticated research project that is 1) contextualized in the critical conversation, 2) adapted to the needs and expectations of a real audience, such as a specific journal or graduate admissions committee.

Title

Reflection

Learning Outcome

Using specific examples, articulate the value of the competencies associated with educational experiences in literary media studies for personal, spiritual, professional, and public life.