Overview of Programs
Students in the M.A. in English program at Missouri State gain advanced skills in writing, critical reading, and analyzing language. Students also attain a broad, general knowledge of literature. Varying with students’ interests, the M.A. in English prepares graduates for doctoral study and for careers in writing, teaching, and other professions.
Students in the M.A. in Writing program at Missouri State study and develop research methods to teach writing and to practice writing in business and industry. Students also improve their professional writing skills and are trained to become effective writing teachers and successful professional writers. Students learn how to collaborate with area schools, businesses, and industries on issues related to written communication and literacy.
Students in the M.S. Ed. in English take courses in both the Education and English departments. This program provides teachers an opportunity to upgrade their preparation in both professional education and English subject matters.
One of the main benefits of our Master’s programs is that students take courses in all the “English” disciplines represented by our different tracks. This helps students develop relationships across disciplines while also imparting a sense of and respect for all the fields of study represented by English departments.
