The Master of Arts in English at the University of Nebraska at Omaha is designed for students passionate about exploring the intricate relationship between language, culture, and human experience. If you are driven by a desire to understand how texts shape our world and how to effectively communicate complex ideas, this postgraduate degree offers a robust academic framework. You will delve into advanced research methodologies, engage with critical theories, and develop your scholarly voice within a supportive academic community. This program is ideal for those seeking to deepen their expertise in literary and rhetorical studies.
You will pursue this Masters Degree full-time on campus over two years, choosing between a thesis or non-thesis option to align with your career aspirations. The curriculum emphasizes rigorous textual analysis and research methods, including specialized seminars in text-based and field-based research, alongside opportunities for writing for publication. For the thesis option, you will complete 30 hours of coursework and a 6-credit thesis; the non-thesis option requires 36 hours of coursework. You will graduate prepared for doctoral studies or for careers in editing, publishing, communications, and higher education.