ENG 401 - Literary Criticism

Credit Hour(s): 3
An introduction to the major critical approaches to literature, with primary emphasis on criticism in the 20th century. Students will explore the most commonly used methods of literary analysis and research by applying them to various literary texts. 3 Credit(s).

This course is designated Writing Intensive and Speaking Intensive; a grade of “C” or higher in this course is required for the course to count toward the Writing Intensive and Speaking Intensive graduation requirements for Ferrum College. A student cannot earn a grade of “C” or higher in this course unless he or she earns a “C” or better on writing and speaking assignments required by the course.
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of 200-level or higher literature.
Course Session Cycle: FA
Course Yearly Cycle: EVEN