The English is a Bachelor degree offered by Duquesne University at its main campus in Pittsburgh , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of English

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As an undergraduate student in Duquesne's Department of English, you'll build on the university's liberal arts foundation with intensive studies in literature, language and writing. You'll have flexibility in what path you choose to follow through a rich global literary landscape as you prepare for a life of intellectual exploration and diverse professional opportunities.

You'll be immersed in the art of literary analysis, learning how to analyze and interpret various forms of literature, including poetry, fiction, drama and nonfiction, while also studying an array of critical theories through which to examine literature, such as Marxism, feminism and postcolonialism. You'll explore literary history, delving into literary movements and genres to parse the evolution of the language and how it's been used to express the human experience over the centuries.

Along with literary study, composition and research skills form the bedrock of academic excellence in Duquesne's Department of English, and you will learn how to write across the various genres of literary exposition, including poetry, fiction, nonfiction and academic writing.

The program is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of English language and literature, while also preparing you for a career in any number fields, from academia, publishing and journalism to business, government, technology and media–each of which prize the English student's ability to think critically, write clearly and engage with complex ideas.

In our English program, you are immersed in the art of literary analysis and study an array of critical theories through which you examine literature.

Disciplines

McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of English at Duquesne University

Entry Requirements

Required Documents

Completed Application
Transcripts
- Original or attested copies of official academic records from the last four years of your education.
- Credentials should be submitted in the native language with certified English translations and sent directly from the school and/or university you attended. Photocopies are not considered official.
- Scanned copies are accepted for evaluation of your application, but originals must be received before you begin classes at Duquesne.
- If you have enrolled in an ESL program in the United States, you also must submit the ESL transcripts.
Recommendation Letter
- At least one (1) letter of recommendation from someone who can attest to both your academic and personal strengths.
Freshman Essay
- Submit a personal statement of at least 300 words which answers the following questions and includes examples of research, shadowing or volunteering experiences:
  1. What is unique about you?
  2. Why have you chosen this major?
  3. How will Duquesne help you to achieve your academic, personal, and professional goals?
English Language Scores
- International undergraduate students can apply in one of two ways:
  1. Submit a TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson Test of English, Duolingo English Test, or a score of 540 or higher on the SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section.
  2. Test upon arrival to campus.

Eligibility

To be considered for admission you must have graduated from a secondary school recognized as an acceptable equivalent to a U.S. high school and you must demonstrate a record of acceptable academic success.

In general, undergraduate applicants are expected to obtain the U.S. equivalent of a minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) for most majors.

The Center for Global Engagement takes into the account the educational system and grading system particular to your country; therefore, you are evaluated against students from the same country.

Click here to see a list of countries and relevant documents that we consider the equivalent of a high school transcript.

Please Note:

Once your application is complete, it takes about two to three weeks for an admissions decision to be made.
Please read our English Proficiency Requirements page for detailed information on how we evaluate your application.
An initial interview is not formally required before your application, but you can request an interview with an admissions officer if you would like to articulate additional information. The Center for Global Engagement reserves the right to require an interview after examining your admissions materials if we would like more information before our admissions decision.
Duquesne is a holistic institution that takes into consideration other skills outside of academic life, such as teamwork, leadership, initiative and compassion.

English Requirements

PTEMin 48
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of English at Duquesne University

How to Apply for Bachelor of English at Duquesne University

Prospective undergraduate students may apply to Duquesne University directly through our Future Focused Application, Common App or Coalition Application.