English
Program Director
Dr. Theresa M. Kenney
About the English Master's Programs
The Master’s program in English at the University of Dallas is intended for those who wish to pursue the advanced study of Literature in English within the context of the Western tradition of culture and thought. The goal of our program is to develop and perfect a student’s capacities for sophisticated and independent thinking about literature, through which one can reach wisdom about the human condition.
The Master’s program is focused on the humanities, broadly understood. This combination allows students to achieve an unusual depth and breadth of understanding. Students are encouraged to integrate their literary studies within the broader traditions of thought and culture represented by the core curriculum. These traditions, however, are not constituted simply by the history of English literature. They consist of a set of overlapping and integrated traditions of philosophy, politics, and culture.
The program leading to a Master’s in English is designed for those interested in deepening their knowledge and competence in the analysis of and the writing about literature. Our program appeals to a select audience, including students who may not have earned a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature but who want to increase their knowledge of the English Literary tradition and the philosophy and theory of art. The Master’s program, in addition to its general focus on human knowledge and understanding, prepares students to pursue careers in teaching, journalism, law, and business, and is an excellent preparation for students wishing to pursue a Doctorate at any university, in any number of programs in the humanities.
Programs in English
Master of Arts in English
Master of English
Course Information
Courses in English