College of Liberal & Creative Arts
No matter what the subject, all courses within the major foster students’ close reading, writing, and analytical skills. Literature majors can expect to hone their aptitude for writing, research, oral communication, and analytical thinking. This practical skill set prepares our majors for many career opportunities, including teaching, writing and publishing, law, information science, business and marketing, and more.
The English Student Association (ESA) is an organization for all undergraduate students pursuing an English degree. Its purpose is to generate student involvement in the department and foster a greater sense of community through social events, as well as academic and career-focused workshops. If you are interested in getting involved and staying up-to-date on future events, we invite you to follow them on Facebook at English Undergraduate Student Association at SFSU, and Instagram & Snapchat @EUSASFSU. They can also be reached via e-mail at eusasfsu@gmail.com.
Scholarship opportunities:
The Michael Krasny Award in English Literature Scholarship provides an award of up to $4,000 to a declared undergraduate English Literature student. This awards a scholarship in honor of our eminent faculty member, Professor Michael Krasny, to an undergraduate student who demonstrates a record of excellence in our English Literature program. The awardee must have a commitment to serving an ambassadorial role for the English major at department events or participation in other outreach projects for the major.
Access the list of the major requirements to better understand the structure of the major.
The roadmap puts all of your graduation requirements into an easy-to-follow semester-by-semester plan so you know what to take to stay on track. Whether you are a freshman or a transfer student, you'll be able to find a roadmap that best fits you.
Besides your major requirements, students must complete their GE and University requirements. Be sure to make sure you've completed all of these requirements for graduation.
To learn more about this major, check out the major department’s website below. You can also find out how you can access their faculty advisors who can assist you not just with course choices, but also answer questions about the field and discuss your career plans.
Department of English Language and Literature
Humanities (HUM) Building, 4th Floor*
Phone: (415) 338-2264
Email: engdept@sfsu.edu
Website: https://english.sfsu.edu/, https://english.sfsu.edu/content/literature-program
Coordinator: Sarita Cannon
Chair: Gitanjali Shahan
*For your safety and the safety of all our personnel, we will work remotely and virtually to conduct all business. Please use the number and/or email listed above for any questions. All phone calls and emails will be checked and answered during regular business hours.
Freshmen Student Advising Information
After choosing “Basic Subjects” GE courses in Steps 1-3 of your Orientation process (if you haven’t done so, log onto your Orientation Profile page to follow the “Pre-Orientation Advising Module”), STEP 4 Choosing Major Classes will show you if there are any classes you can take to satisfy major requirements for your first and/or second semester.
Once you have determined your Roadmap above, review the first section below and write down any course recommendations based on your corresponding major roadmap on your Freshmen Class Planner worksheet.
First Semester Course Recommendations — Roadmaps A, B, C & D
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Complete your First-year Written English requirements (GE Area A2) before starting this major. Move on to "Step 5 Choosing GE requirements" to fill out your first-semester schedule. |
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If there are any course(s) listed above, please enter this information onto “Step 4” of your Freshmen Class Planner. |
Advisor Footnotes:
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A2 (ENG 114, ENG 105, ENG 209 or A2 by test or transfer credit) is a prerequisite for ENG major courses.
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If A2 is completed, take ENG 218 and ENG 250.
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First-year students should meet with an English Major advisor. Students may contact any of the advisors on this page: https://english.sfsu.edu/english-advising
- Teaching
- Writing and publishing
- Law
- Information science
- Business
- Marketing
Transfer Student Advising Information
Please see the box above labeled “Major Curriculum/Roadmaps & GE/University Requirements” for information on what courses to take in your first semester at SF State. View our Frequently Asked Questions for Transfers for helpful tips and additional information.