Master of Arts (M.A.) Major in Rhetoric and Composition (Non-thesis Option)

ENG 5199B. Thesis.

This course provides continuing thesis enrollment for graduate students who have begun their thesis in ENG 5399A and are completing research, drafting, revision, and final submission requirements. Students work under the supervision of their thesis director to complete all remaining thesis components and prepare the manuscript for submission. Enrollment in a Thesis course continues each semester until the student’s thesis is completed. Thesis credit is awarded upon successful submission of the final approved thesis. This course number provides one graduate credit hour.

ENG 5299B. Thesis.

This course provides continuing thesis enrollment for graduate students who have begun their thesis in ENG 5399A and are completing research, drafting, revision, and final submission requirements. Students work under the supervision of their thesis director to complete all remaining thesis components and prepare the manuscript for submission. Enrollment in a Thesis course continues each semester until the student’s thesis is completed. Thesis credit is awarded upon successful submission of the final approved thesis. This course number provides two graduate credit hours.

ENG 5300. Language Issues in Multicultural Environments.

This course examines language issues arising in multicultural environments through sociolinguistic, descriptive, and semantic perspectives. Students analyze language variation, multilingualism, and language contact phenomena across diverse communities. Topics include the role of language in education, writing across cultural contexts, and the relationship between language and social identity. The course investigates how sociolinguistic research methods inform understanding of writing and communication in multilingual settings. Students evaluate competing scholarly frameworks used to describe patterns of language use and their implications for educational and professional contexts.

ENG 5301. Literary Scholarship.

This course introduces graduate students to the scholarly resources, research methods, and theoretical approaches that support the study of literature in English. Students examine how literary scholarship is produced, evaluate a range of methodological traditions, and develop skills for locating, interpreting, and synthesizing scholarly materials. The course also addresses professional practices such as citation standards, responsible research conduct, and the conventions of academic writing in literary studies. Texts selected for study will vary according to the instructor’s expertise, allowing students to encounter different critical frameworks as objects of analysis. Designed for first year M.A. students in Literature, the course prepares students for advanced graduate scholarship.

ENG 5302. Media Studies.

This course introduces graduate students to foundational methods, theories, and analytical practices used in media studies. Students investigate how media forms develop over time, explore major theoretical frameworks, and consider how different media operate in a variety of cultural and technological systems. Coursework emphasizes close analysis, research‑based inquiry, and the critical evaluation of media as aesthetic and communicative forms. Primary materials and thematic emphases vary by instructor, and coursework may be organized by genre, theme, or medium; texts may include examples from film, television, comics and graphic narrative, animation, literature, digital media, and other media. Repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5305. Video for Technical Communication.

This course examines the planning, scripting, production, and publication of video as a medium for communicating technical information. Emphasis is placed on rhetorical decision-making, including audience analysis, purpose, and context, as they shape video content and design. Students analyze conventions of instructional and informational video and apply principles of visual communication, storytelling, and multimodal composition. The course also considers the role of digital video technologies, including relevant software and hardware, in shaping production practices and outcomes. Attention is given to evaluating video effectiveness in conveying complex information clearly, accurately, and appropriately for intended audiences.

ENG 5307. Visual Rhetoric.

This course examines image-based modes of rhetorical communication, with attention to theories of visual rhetoric and the social, cultural, and ethical implications of visual texts. Emphasis is placed on analyzing how images function as persuasive and communicative artifacts across contexts. Students analyze principles of visual design, including layout, hierarchy, and composition, as well as theoretical frameworks such as semiotics and Gestalt theory. The course also considers how visual elements shape meaning, influence audiences, and support argumentation in professional and public communication.

ENG 5309. International Technical Communication.

This course examines theories and models of intercultural communication and their application to technical communication in global contexts. Emphasis is placed on analyzing cultural differences and their influence on verbal, nonverbal, and digital communication practices. Students analyze international audiences in relation to cultural values, communication styles, and contextual expectations. The course also considers ethical dimensions of cross-cultural communication, including representation, localization, and access. Attention is given to strategies for adapting technical content for diverse global audiences across platforms and media.

ENG 5310. Studies in English Language and Linguistics.

This course examines the structure and use of the English language through linguistic analysis. Students investigate core areas of linguistic inquiry, which may include phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, dialectology, sociolinguistics, language acquisition, and writing systems. The course emphasizes analytical methods for describing and explaining language patterns, drawing on established frameworks within the discipline. Students engage with primary data and scholarly research to develop skills in linguistic reasoning and evidence-based argumentation. Specific content and focus vary by section, and the course may be repeated with different emphases.

ENG 5311. Foundations in Technical Communication.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of technical communication at the graduate level. Students examine foundational rhetorical principles, key theoretical frameworks, and major research traditions that shape the field. The course introduces core genres and practices, including user-centered design, usability, information architecture, content strategy, and project management. Attention is given to ethics, accessibility, global communication, and the social impact of technical and professional discourse. Through critical readings, discussion, and applied projects, students develop a conceptual framework for understanding technical communication as both an academic discipline and a dynamic professional practice.

ENG 5312. Editing the Professional Publication.

This course provides advanced training in editing, design, layout, and production of professional publications within a client-based environment. Students collaborate on real-world projects for external or institutional clients, applying editorial theory, style conventions, usability principles, and document design strategies to produce publication-ready materials. Emphasis is placed on substantive editing, copyediting, proofreading, visual rhetoric, workflow management, and professional communication with stakeholders. Students engage in iterative revision, quality control processes, and production management while addressing ethical, accessibility, and audience considerations. As a supervised professional practice experience, the course integrates theory with applied editorial work and may be repeated once with a different project emphasis.

ENG 5313. Studies in Principles of Technical Communication.

This course offers advanced study in specialized principles and emerging practices in technical communication with a focus on technology-driven contexts. Topics vary by semester and may include digital media, web technologies, content management systems, user experience, data visualization, artificial intelligence, technical editing technologies, or other innovations shaping the field. Students engage theoretical scholarship alongside applied projects to examine how technological developments influence rhetorical practice, design, ethics, and professional workflows. Emphasis is placed on critical analysis, research-informed practice, and production of professional or scholarly deliverables. The course may be repeated with different emphases for up to twelve hours of graduate credit.

ENG 5314. Specializations in Technical Communication.

This course provides advanced study in specialized areas of technical and professional communication outside primarily technology-focused contexts. Topics vary by semester and may include grant and proposal writing, government and public sector communication, health and medical communication, environmental communication, nonprofit communication, policy writing, crisis communication, science communication, or community-based professional writing. Students engage relevant theoretical frameworks and disciplinary scholarship while producing applied, genre-specific deliverables. Emphasis is placed on rhetorical analysis, audience adaptation, ethical considerations, and professional standards within specialized contexts. The course may be repeated with different emphases for up to twelve hours of graduate credit.

ENG 5315. Graduate Writing Workshop.

This course focuses on the production, evaluation, and revision of original creative manuscripts within a graduate‑level workshop setting. Student writing serves as the primary material for study and discussion, allowing participants to engage directly with the creative process across multiple stages of drafting and revision. Through structured peer review, guided discussion, and critical feedback, students analyze formal techniques, stylistic choices, and genre‑specific conventions while developing their own creative work in a chosen genre. The course emphasizes revision as both a scholarly and creative practice, encouraging sustained reflection on craft, process, and artistic decision‑making. Readings and examples may be used to support discussion of technique and form. The course supports advanced engagement with creative writing and prepares students for continued creative and academic work at the graduate level.

ENG 5316. Foundations in Rhetoric and Composition.

This course examines theoretical, pedagogical, and methodological foundations in the field of rhetoric and composition. Students analyze major scholarly traditions, research methods, and instructional approaches that shape the discipline. Topics may include writing pedagogy, digital writing, pedagogical theory, and writing in public and civic contexts. The course emphasizes critical engagement with foundational texts and the application of disciplinary frameworks to questions of writing, teaching, and inquiry. Students evaluate competing perspectives within the field and assess their implications for scholarship and practice. Repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of English credit.

ENG 5317. Specializations in Rhetoric and Composition.

This course examines specialized areas within rhetoric and composition, providing theoretical, pedagogical, methodological, and administrative grounding in focused topics. Students analyze scholarship, methods, and practices relevant to the selected area of emphasis. Topics may include writing center theory and administration, writing across the curriculum, literacy studies, and contemporary areas of rhetorical theory. The course emphasizes critical engagement with disciplinary scholarship and the application of specialized knowledge to questions of writing, rhetoric, and institutional practice. Students evaluate research and competing frameworks within the area of specialization. The course may be repeated with different emphases.

ENG 5320. Form and Theory of Fiction.

This course examines major theories and formal practices of fiction through historical and contemporary scholarship. Students analyze narrative structure, style, and technique as articulated in critical theory and exemplified in selected fictional texts. Emphasis is placed on British and American traditions, with additional attention to theories and practices of fiction in other literary contexts. Through sustained engagement with theoretical texts and close readings of fiction, students develop a nuanced understanding of how critical frameworks shape literary interpretation and contribute to ongoing scholarly conversations about narrative form.

ENG 5321. Contemporary Fiction.

This course examines a range of contemporary works of fiction that represent various narrative approaches, genres, and stylistic practices. Readings may include canonical, experimental, and multimedia narratives reflecting developments in late twentieth and twenty first century fiction. Students engage in close analysis, research based inquiry, and critical interpretation of selected texts. Emphases vary by semester and may include thematic, formal, or author centered topics such as adaptation studies, postmodern narrative strategies, or global literary movements. The course is repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5322. Form and Theory of Poetry.

This course examines major theories and formal practices of poetry through historical and contemporary scholarship. Students analyze poetic structure, form, sound, and technique as articulated in critical theory and exemplified in selected poetic texts. Emphasis is placed on British and American traditions, with additional attention to theories and practices of poetry in other literary contexts. The course treats poetic theories as objects of scholarly study and emphasizes critical analysis, comparative interpretation, and advanced academic writing. Through sustained engagement with theoretical texts and close readings of poetry, students develop a nuanced understanding of how critical frameworks shape literary interpretation and contribute to ongoing scholarly conversations about poetic form.

ENG 5323. Studies in Autobiography and Biography.

This course examines selected works of autobiography and biography with emphasis on the formal, stylistic, and narrative techniques used in personal writing. Students analyze how authors construct self‑representation, weave in historical context and research, and create narrative authority across a range of texts. The course approaches autobiography and biography as literary and cultural forms subject to critical interpretation. Topics and texts may vary, allowing the course to be repeated for credit with different emphases, while maintaining a consistent focus on analytical reading, comparative interpretation, and advanced academic writing. Repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of English credit.

ENG 5324. Studies in Literary Genre.

This course studies major literary genres across historical periods and cultural contexts. Coursework considers the defining features of various genres. Emphasis is placed on how forms such as the epic, novel, lyric, pastoral, romance, short story, and other generic traditions develop, transform, and respond to aesthetic, social, and cultural forces. Course topics, primary texts, and specific genre emphases vary by semester. The course is repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5325. Studies in Literature of the Southwest.

This course is an advanced study of selected Texas and Southwestern literature, emphasizing the cultural, historical, and regional forces shaping Southwestern literary traditions. Students analyze major authors, themes, and narrative forms while exploring how regional identity, borderland histories, and diverse cultural perspectives inform literary expression. Readings and topics vary by semester, allowing focused study of specific movements or authors. The course is repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5326. Contemporary Composition Theory.

This course examines the history of writing instruction in the university and the theories of writing and composing that inform contemporary composition studies. Students trace the development of major theoretical traditions in the field, analyzing how evolving conceptions of writing have shaped instructional practices and disciplinary inquiry. Topics include historical and contemporary approaches to composition theory, the relationship between theory and pedagogy, and current scholarly debates within the discipline. Students engage with foundational and recent scholarship to evaluate how theoretical frameworks inform research and the teaching of writing.

ENG 5327. Research Methods in Rhetoric and Composition.

This course examines research practices in rhetoric and composition, focusing on the strategies, methods, frameworks, and perspectives that characterize qualitative and quantitative inquiry. Students analyze the design, execution, and evaluation of research within the discipline, including considerations of research ethics, researcher positionality, and methodological rigor. The course traces the history and development of research traditions in the field and their role in shaping disciplinary knowledge. Students engage with published studies to assess methodological choices and practice applying research frameworks to questions in writing studies.

ENG 5328. Directed Portfolio.

This course guides students through the development of a professional portfolio of representative written work from their graduate studies in rhetoric and composition. Students select and curate projects that demonstrate growth and competency across the discipline's core areas, including the history of rhetoric, composition theory, and research methods. The course emphasizes reflective writing, critical self-assessment, and the ability to articulate connections among coursework, scholarly development, and an individually defined area of specialization. Students produce a reflective introduction and additional new written material to contextualize and argue for the significance of their collected work. Repeatable once. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.

ENG 5329. User Experience (UX) and Usability Research.

This course examines foundational principles of user experience (UX) design and usability research within technical communication. Emphasis is placed on user-centered design, including human factors, interface design, and the analysis of user needs and task workflows. Students analyze methods for conducting usability research, including fieldwork, usability testing, and data collection across contexts. The course also considers the UX design process and the role of research in informing design decisions. Attention is given to interpreting and communicating usability findings for diverse audiences and professional contexts.

ENG 5331. Studies in American Poetry.

This course examines major American poets and poetic movements, focusing on close examination of selected authors and a survey of their works. Throughout the semester students analyze stylistic innovations, thematic concerns, and cultural contexts shaping American poetry while engaging with critical scholarship. Recent course emphasis includes Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson, Southern poetry, Denise Levertov, and Robert Bly. Because specific topics vary by semester, the course may be repeated with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5332. Studies in American Prose.

This course examines selected American prose writers, focusing on stylistic development, thematic concerns, and cultural context. Readings may include material from various genres but with an emphasis on fiction and on the novel. Potential topics include the Bildungsroman, William Faulkner, and Zora Neale Hurston. Students engage in close reading, critical analysis, and research on key works within American prose traditions. Topics vary by semester. The course is repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5335. Technical Editing.

This course examines principles and practices of technical editing across multiple levels, including copyediting, stylistic editing, and developmental editing. Emphasis is placed on the role of editing in shaping clarity, accuracy, consistency, and usability in technical documents. Students analyze conventions of grammar, style, and document design, as well as the use of style guides and editorial standards. The course also considers editorial decision-making, author–editor relationships, and workflows in print and digital publishing environments. Attention is given to editing specialized content, including technical, quantitative, and hypertext materials.

ENG 5336. Document Design.

This course examines principles and theories of document design in technical communication, with attention to layout, typography, color, and information architecture. Emphasis is placed on how design choices shape meaning, usability, and audience engagement across print and digital media. Students analyze documents as rhetorical artifacts that function within specific cultural, ethical, and professional contexts. The course also considers the relationship between content and form, including how visual and textual elements interact to support communication goals. Attention is given to evaluating and designing documents for diverse users and purposes.

ENG 5340. Discourse Analysis.

This course examines theories and methodologies for analyzing discourse, or language in use, across social, cultural, and professional contexts. Emphasis is placed on how meaning is constructed through linguistic and rhetorical choices, including syntax, semantics, genre, and style. Students analyze relationships among discourse, identity, power, and ideology, as well as the role of intertextuality and representation in shaping communication. The course also considers verbal and nonverbal dimensions of discourse and their functions within diverse communicative situations. Attention is given to applying discourse analysis methods to interpret texts and social practices.

ENG 5341. Software Documentation.

This course examines the principles and practices of developing documentation that supports the effective use of software in specific contexts. Emphasis is placed on producing task-oriented content, including tutorials, procedures, and reference materials. Students analyze user needs, task workflows, and usability considerations to inform documentation design. The course also considers the integration of text, visuals, and information architecture in supporting user interaction with software. Attention is given to evaluating documentation for clarity, accessibility, and effectiveness across platforms and user groups.

ENG 5342. Technical Writing Across the Disciplines.

This course prepares graduate students to communicate their research effectively across academic, professional, and public contexts. Students practice advanced strategies for writing and revising documents such as literature reviews, peer-reviewed articles or dissertation/thesis chapters, research reports, résumés/CVs, and public-facing statements. Emphasis is placed on understanding a variety of audiences—academic peers, professional organizations, and non-academic stakeholders—and tailoring communication of technical content for clarity, impact, and responsibility. Course activities may also incorporate emerging tools, such as artificial intelligence, to support writing and research processes.

ENG 5343. Content Development for Technical Communication.

This course examines principles and practices of content development within technical and professional communication contexts. Emphasis is placed on strategic content creation, audience analysis, and the design of content for digital platforms. Students analyze how content functions across channels, including web, social media, and integrated communication environments. The course also considers the role of analytics, search optimization, and ethical considerations in shaping content strategies. Attention is given to aligning content with organizational goals, user needs, and rhetorical contexts.

ENG 5345. Southwestern Studies I: Defining the Region.

This course is the first of two in an interdisciplinary survey of the physical, cultural, and social history of the Southwest from the fifteenth to the mid nineteenth century. Through an emphasis on architecture, art, literature, philosophy, politics, technology, and popular culture, the graduate seminar examines how diverse communities shaped the region’s early development. Students analyze key historical and cultural movements to understand the formation of Southwestern identity. The format is designed as foundational preparation for advanced coursework in Southwestern Studies.

ENG 5346. Southwestern Studies II: Consequences of Region.

This course is the second of a two-part sequence in an interdisciplinary survey of the physical, cultural, and social history of the Southwest, focusing on regional and ethnic expressions of culture from the Civil War to the present. This seminar emphasizes artistic, literary, political, and technological developments, and coursework examines specific problems and cultural products that define the identity of the region. Students analyze primary and secondary materials to understand the evolving consequences of regional formation.

ENG 5353. Studies in Medieval Literature.

This course examines the major authors, genres, and cultural contexts of the medieval period. Emphases may include Anglo Saxon culture, language, and literature; Chaucer; non Chaucerian medieval writing; pilgrimage literature; or medieval world literature. Students engage in close reading, research, and critical analysis of primary and secondary materials to understand the literary, linguistic, and historical foundations of medieval textual production. The course may be repeated with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5354. Studies in Renaissance Literature.

This course examines major authors, genres, and cultural contexts of the Renaissance and the Early Modern period. Recent course emphases include Shakespeare, Renaissance epic, Tudor humanism, and John Milton. Students examine the literary, political, and intellectual developments that shaped early modern writing, engaging in close reading, research, and critical analysis of primary and secondary texts. Readings and topics vary by section, and the course may be repeated with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate credit.

ENG 5359. Studies in Restoration and Eighteenth-century Literature.

This course examines select major writers and literary movements of the Restoration and eighteenth century, with an emphasis on scholarship, aesthetics, and the cultural and historical contexts shaping the period. Recent emphases include Johnson and his circle, Restoration and eighteenth century drama, and the eighteenth century novel. Students engage in close reading, research, and critical analysis of primary and secondary materials. The course is repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5364. Studies in the Romantic Movement.

This course examines the works of the Early and Late Romantics in historical, intellectual, and artistic context, with attention to nineteenth and twentieth century scholarship on the movement. Potential topics include the celebration of nature, Blake and the visual arts, Coleridge, the Wordsworths, the sublime, Shelley, and Keats. Students conduct close textual analysis, research, and critical interpretation of Romantic poetry and prose. The course is repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5366. Studies in Victorian Poetry.

This course examines the work of major Victorian poets within their aesthetic, scholarly, cultural, and historical contexts. Recent emphases include Tennyson, the Brownings, the Pre Raphaelites, and Hopkins. Students engage in close reading, research, and critical interpretation of Victorian poetic forms and movements, with consideration of how social, artistic, and intellectual developments shaped poetic innovation. Coursework engages with scholarship on Victorian literature and poetic forms. This graduate seminar may be repeated with a different emphasis for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5368. Studies in Victorian Prose.

This course examines major Victorian prose writers with attention to aesthetics, scholarship, and the cultural and historical contexts shaping nineteenth century prose. Some recent emphases include George Eliot, Victorian non fiction prose, Victorian women novelists, and Charles Dickens. Students engage in close analysis, research, and critical interpretation of primary and secondary materials, exploring how Victorian prose articulates social, moral, and intellectual debates. The course is repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of English credit.

ENG 5371. Studies in Modern British Literature.

This course examines selected British modernist writers, texts, and literary innovations from the late nineteenth century through the mid-twentieth century. Students analyze how modernist authors responded to developments in aesthetics, philosophy, psychology, and shifting conceptions of British identity at the turn of the twentieth century. Readings may include fiction, poetry, and essays by figures associated with major movements and experimental forms. Course topics vary by instructor and may address narrative technique, formal experimentation, print culture, or specific authors such as Yeats, Wilde, or Auden. The course is repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5372. Practicum in English Studies.

This course is a supervised experience that introduces graduate instructional assistants to key issues, concepts, and foundational practices in the teaching of English Studies. Designed for first year instructional assistants, the course emphasizes pedagogical theory, practical teaching strategies, professional expectations, and reflective engagement with instructional methods. It prepares new assistants for effective classroom participation and mentoring responsibilities. This course does not earn graduate degree credit and is required for all first year instructional assistants in the English Department.

ENG 5381. Studies in Modern British and American Drama.

This course provides a survey of major British and American dramatists within their broader European and global contexts. Students examine key dramatic movements and influential playwrights, as well as analyze how modern and contemporary theatre engages cultural, political, and aesthetic issues. Course topics vary by semester and may include different national, historical, or stylistic emphases. The course is repeatable with distinct thematic or author-based focuses for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5382. Practicum in Composition.

This course examines key issues, concepts, and practices in the teaching of expository writing at the college level. Students explore approaches to course design, assignment development, response to student writing, and classroom facilitation. The course emphasizes the application of composition theory and pedagogical scholarship to practical teaching situations. Through guided reflection and collaborative discussion, students develop instructional strategies grounded in current research on writing pedagogy. Students analyze instructional practices and assess how pedagogical choices shape student learning in writing courses.

ENG 5383. Studies in Rhetorical Theory.

This course examines rhetorical theory from classical traditions through contemporary scholarship. Students analyze major rhetorical concepts, movements, and debates that have shaped the discipline across historical periods. Topics may include classical rhetoric, modern and postmodern rhetorical theory, and the application of rhetorical frameworks to areas such as composition studies and technical communication. The course emphasizes close engagement with primary theoretical texts and the development of analytical skills for interpreting rhetorical traditions within their intellectual and historical contexts. The course may be repeated with different emphases.

ENG 5384. Critical Theory.

This course introduces students to major traditions in critical theory, emphasizing classical criticism and contemporary theoretical approaches and tracing the historical development of various theories over time. Students examine key movements, thinkers, and debates that have shaped literary and cultural analysis. Course emphases vary and may include classical theory, structuralism, post structuralism, Marxism, psychoanalysis, feminism, postcolonialism, and other modern and contemporary methodologies. The course is repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5388. Studies in Literature for Children or Adolescents.

This course examines contemporary works for children and adolescents, expanding students’ knowledge of literature and criticism in the field. The emphases vary by semester and may be generic or thematic, including picture books, the contemporary novel, or film adaptations of children’s classics. Students analyze texts in their cultural, aesthetic, and theoretical contexts through research, close reading, and critical interpretation. The course is repeatable with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate English credit.

ENG 5389. History of Children’s Literature.

This course examines the historical evolution of literature written for children from the Middle Ages through the mid-twentieth century. Students examine how literature for young readers developed within changing social, educational, and publishing contexts. Readings stem the period between medieval manuscript culture and World War II and may include early instructional works, moral tales, chapbooks, adventure stories, and formative texts in the emergence of children’s literature as a distinct field. Topics vary by semester, and the course may be repeated with different emphases for up to six hours of graduate credit.

ENG 5390. Special Problems.

This course is an independent study that allows graduate students to investigate a focused issue, convention, or problem in literature and/or language under the supervision of a graduate faculty member. Students design a comprehensive plan of study based on their areas of interest and complete in-depth reading, research, and analytical work tailored to their individual project. Topics vary depending on faculty expertise and student interest. This course supports advanced, specialized study. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.

ENG 5391. Directed Studies in English.

This course provides individualized study designed to prepare students for advanced-level work in English. Under the supervision of a graduate faculty member, students complete tailored reading and study plans to address gaps in academic preparation or foundational knowledge needed for advanced coursework. The nature of the work and course materials varies depending on student needs. The course is repeatable for up to 12 hours with different emphases. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.

ENG 5395. Problems in Language and Literature.

This course examines selected issues and conventions in language or literature, allowing students to pursue advanced reading, research, and analytical work. The seminar format provides an opportunity to explore specialized questions within literary study, while deepening students' understanding of relevant methods and critical approaches in the field. Previous topics include screenwriting, literary theory, and literary technique. The course supports specialized scholarly development and may be repeated with different emphases for up to nine hours of graduate credit.

ENG 5399A. Thesis.

This course is for students in their first semester of thesis enrollment. The primary goal is to provide structure and support for students as they develop a substantial research project in English. Working under the supervision of a graduate faculty advisor, students conduct preliminary research, establish a thesis proposal, and begin drafting major sections of the thesis. No thesis credit is awarded until the student completes the thesis in ENG 5399B.

ENG 5399B. Thesis.

This course provides continuing thesis enrollment for graduate students who have begun their thesis in ENG 5399A and are completing research, drafting, revision, and final submission requirements. Students work under the supervision of their thesis director to complete all remaining thesis components and prepare the manuscript for submission. Enrollment in a Thesis course continues each semester until the student’s thesis is completed. Thesis credit is awarded upon successful submission of the final approved thesis. This course number provides three graduate credit hours.

ENG 5599B. Thesis.

This course provides continuing thesis enrollment for graduate students who have begun their thesis in ENG 5399A and are completing research, drafting, revision, and final submission requirements. Students work under the supervision of their thesis director to complete all remaining thesis components and prepare the manuscript for submission. Enrollment in a Thesis course continues each semester until the student’s thesis is completed. Thesis credit is awarded upon successful submission of the final approved thesis. This course number provides five graduate credit hours.

ENG 5999B. Thesis.

This course provides continuing thesis enrollment for graduate students who have begun their thesis in ENG 5399A and are completing research, drafting, revision, and final submission requirements. Students work under the supervision of their thesis director to complete all remaining thesis components and prepare the manuscript for submission. Enrollment in a Thesis course continues each semester until the student’s thesis is completed. Thesis credit is awarded upon successful submission of the final approved thesis. This course number provides nine graduate credit hours.