Students who pursue studies in creative writing, journalism and literature are prepared for careers as writers, poets, book editors, playwrights, public relations managers, journalists, media specialists, teachers, researchers and lawyers.
SCC English students have several opportunities for electives in addition to the basic requirements to prepare for transfer to four-year colleges and universities to major in English or related fields.
| Major Pre-Requisite Courses |
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| ENC1101 | English I
This is a course in the process of expository writing. Students will read essays and compose papers that are unified, organized, logically developed and supported, clearly stated, and well-focused. Research techniques are introduced and incorporated into at least one composition. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. Students must pass the core assignments with a grade of C or higher. | 3 |
| ENC1102 | English II
In this course students develop the ability to read literary texts critically, to think logically and creatively, and to write and research effectively. Students must pass the core assignments with a grade of C or higher. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| Electives | 24 |
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| Electives Strongly Recommended |
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| AML2010 | American Literature I
American Literature I is a survey of the historical and cultural development of American belleslettres from 1630 to the late nineteenth century with attention to the influence of prevalent ideas and expressions of the age. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| AML2020 | American Literature II
This course is a survey of the historical and cultural development of American literature from the late nineteenth through the twentieth century. It focuses on the fiction, poetry, and drama that precede and constitute the Modern Era. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| ENL2012 | British Literature I
This course is a survey of the development of British Literature from Anglo-Saxon times through the eighteenth century, with attention to the historical background, the continuity of essential traditions, and the characteristic temper of successive periods. Major emphasis is on the Old English, Middle English, and Renaissance periods. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| ENL2022 | British Literature II
British Literature II emphasizes the relevance of Romanticism, Victorianism, and the first half of the twentieth century to contemporary thought. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| Foreign Language (eight credits in same language) |
| Note: If you did not complete two (2) years of the same foreign language in high school, then it is recommended you complete eight (8) credits in the same foreign language as part of the A.A. degree. |
| Other Electives in English |
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| AML2600 | Survey of African American Literature
This course will provide a brief, but comprehensive study of the writing styles of selected African American writers. This study will include a historial perspective of the racial climate in American society, the connection between literature by African Americans, and will examine current criticism on selected texts. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| CRW2001 | Creative Writing I
This course provides students the opportunity for creative expression in the verbal arts. Although drama, fiction and poetry are studied and critiqued, students are free to concentrate in the genre of their choice and are encouraged to enter contests and to submit work for publication. | 3 |
| CRW2002 | Creative Writing II
This course is an expansion of CRW 2001 focusing on formal writing exercises with more frequent deadlines and critiques in a workshop atmosphere emphasizing individual instruction. This course may be taken four times for credit. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| ENG2100 | The Art of Film
This course is designed to help students become more active, critical viewers of films and to be able to communicate that understanding in writing. Like written forms of literature, movies are texts that can be analyzed and interpreted. In the course, students will view a number of films from different time periods, genres, and artistic approaches. Lectures will concentrate on the narrative and stylistic elements used by film makers. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030 and the Humanities Area B General Education requirement. | 3 |
| JOU1100 | Journalism I
This course provides basic instruction in reporting techniques, news and feature writing, editorial writing, page makeup and layout and other mechanics of newspaper production. Ethics and responsibilities and laws of the press are stressed. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| JOU1200 | Newspaper Editing
This course focuses on the principles of format and layout design, copy editing, headline writing, and print media style. Students will write articles, edit, and design a news publication with Journalism I students. | 3 |
| LIT2090 | Contemporary Literature
This course will explore trends and influences in literature from World War II to the present. Contemporary literature will be examined as a reflection of the philosophy of modern life and as a reflection of the student's world. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| LIT2120 | World Literature II
This course is designed to create an awareness of the ideas, techniques, and historical relationships in world literature from the Enlightenment to the present. The Enlightenment, Romanticism, the 19th Century (Realism and Naturalism), and Modernism will be studied. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| RTV1241 | Introduction to Television Production II
The purpose of this course is to develop skills in using more advanced equipment for television production and to apply these skills in producing television programs. The course will stress writing, producing, directing, and editing television programs. Lab fee required. | 4 |
| RTV1201 | Introduction to Television Production I
This is a course in the preparation and production of television programs for airing at the College and on local public access TV. Programs scheduled include activities at Seminole Community College and in the community. Lab fee required. | 3 |
| General Education Courses |
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| SPC1600 | Introduction to Oral Communication
The purpose of this course is to improve the basic skills of speaking and listening. Class exercises emphasize preparing and delivering public speeches, speaking with clarity and variety, and listening with literal and critical comprehension. | 3 |
| History General Education course | 3 |
| Humanities General Education course | 6 |
| Mathematics General Education courses | 6 |
| Natural Science General Education courses | 6 |
| Social Science General Education courses | 6 |
| Total Credits: | 60 |
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