The BA in English and Criminal Justice at Northeastern University equips you to critically analyze the complex intersections of language, law, and society. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students passionate about understanding how literature, rhetoric, and writing practices shape our perceptions of crime, justice, and ethical frameworks. You will explore diverse historical and cultural contexts of Anglophone literatures, engage with theories of language and rhetoric, and develop sophisticated analytical skills essential for navigating contemporary societal challenges. This program offers a unique blend of humanities inquiry and social science relevance.
You will study this program full-time on campus over four years, immersing yourself in a curriculum that balances foundational literary studies with specialized criminal justice coursework. Through engaging with texts, practicing varied writing approaches, and potentially undertaking a major seminar or thesis, you will hone your research and communication abilities. This degree prepares you for a variety of postgraduate opportunities, including law school, or for careers in fields such as policy analysis, journalism, social work, and criminal justice advocacy, where strong analytical and interpretive skills are highly valued.