Great writing sits at the heart of the humanities—as history, philosophy, and art unfold, writing is the epicenter. Governors State’s Master of Arts in English provides intensive study in literature, language, and theory and the real-world experience needed to hone your craft and scholarship. With sequences in Literature and Writing, the English M.A. curriculum explores great literature from a 21st century perspective that incorporates diverse cultural and women’s voices and helps you master the written word. The program's curriculum consists of 33 credit hours in total.