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Master of Arts in English with Philosophy as a Cognate Discipline
CIP 23.0101
 
  Note: At least half of the total coursework, excluding thesis credit, must be in 600-level courses. Any substitutions for the requirements listed below must be approved by the departmental graduate coordinator.
 
 
Thesis Track
 
  ENG 600   Research and Bibliography
  ENG 698   Thesis Writing
  ENG 699   Thesis Writing
  American Literature Courses (6)
  British Literature Courses (6)
  ENG or PHI electives (9)
 
  Total Course Requirements     -     30 Hours
 
 
 
Thesis Track
 
  Same as above with the following substitution for thesis:
 
  ENG or PHI electives ............... increase to 15 hours
 
  Total Course Requirements     -     30 Hours
 
 
 
Other Degree Requirements
 
 
  • Written comprehensive examination over an approved reading list.
  • Oral examination over the approved reading list or an oral thesis defense.
  • Exit portfolio or thesis.
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    The requirements listed above are an example of what is applicable to most students entering Murray State University at the present time. Criteria as they may relate to individual students may vary. The primary source is the Graduate Bulletin applicable at the time of the student enrollment.
      Dr. Laura Dawkins
    Graduate Coordinator
    English & Philosophy
    7C Faculty Hall
    Murray State University
    Murray, Kentucky 42071

    Phone: 270.809.2401
    Fax: 270.809.4545

             
     
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