Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based BSc in English, Literary Studies

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based BSc in English, Literary Studies

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based BSc in English, Literary Studies core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in English and Literary Studies is a rigorous, four-year program designed to cultivate a profound engagement with literature, critical theory, and the craft of writing through the lens of a Christian worldview. Students explore a diverse canon of texts, sharpening their analytical skills to discern cultural narratives while grounding their inquiry in biblical truth and ethical reasoning. By integrating the study of language with spiritual formation, this program equips students to serve as thoughtful communicators and agents of grace in the public square. Through specialized training in research, creative expression, and editorial practice, graduates are prepared to exercise their vocation as servant leaders in fields such as education, publishing, and media, viewing the written word as a vital tool for stewarding truth and fostering human flourishing.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based BSc in English, Literary Studies program provides a rigorous academic foundation that combines comprehensive general education with focused study in literary theory, behavioral science, human development, and ethical considerations. The curriculum integrates research methodologies, crisis awareness, referral strategies, program development, and community-based support frameworks to prepare students for diverse intellectual and service-oriented engagements.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Faith-Based BSc in English, Literary Studies core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone Project I: Proposal & Research

• 3
• None
• CAP 492

Capstone Project II: Final Project & Presentation

• 3
• None
• LIT 440 — Literature, Race, Gender & Power: Critical study of literature through lenses of race, gender, and powerThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• LIT 450 — Writing for the Public: Editing, Publishing, & Professional Writing: Professional writing, editing, and publishing practicesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• CAP 491 — Capstone Project I: Proposal & Research: Development of capstone project proposal and initial researchThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• CAP 492 — Capstone Project II: Final Project & Presentation: Completion and presentation of capstone projectThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ELECT 3XX | Major/Guided Elective I (English-related) | 3 | None
• ELECT 4XX | Major/Guided Elective II (English-related) | 4 | None
• ENGL 101 | Composition I: Academic Writing | 4 | None
• HIST 101 | U.S. History to 1877 | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• LANG 101 | Foreign Language I | 3 | None
• PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 | None
• SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None
• ENGL 102 | Composition II: Research Writing | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• LANG 102 | Foreign Language II | 3 | None
• ENGL 110 | Introduction to English & Literary Studies | 4 | None
• SCI 110 | Environmental Science | 4 | None
• SCI 111 | Environmental Science Lab | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MATH 115 | Quantitative Reasoning & Statistics | 4 | None
• LIT 120 | Introduction to Literary Analysis & Close Reading | 4 | None
• INFO 201 | Information Literacy & Research Technologies | 4 | None
• COMM 205 | Public Speaking & Presentation | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• LIT 210 | British Literature I: Beginnings–18th Century | 4 | None
• PHIL 210 | Ethics & Civic Responsibility | 4 | None
• LIT 220 | Poetry & Poetics | 4 | None
• LIT 230 | Narrative & Genre: Fiction and Nonfiction | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• LIT 240 | Drama & Performance Studies | 4 | None
• LIT 310 | American Literature I: Origins–1865 | 4 | None
• LIT 320 | Literary Theory I: Classical–Modern | 4 | None
• LIT 330 | British Literature II: Romantic–Victorian | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• LIT 340 | World/Global Literatures in English | 4 | None
• LIT 410 | American Literature II: 1865–Present | 4 | None
• LIT 420 | Literary Theory II: Contemporary Approaches | 4 | None
• LIT 430 | Advanced Seminar: Topics in Literature & Culture | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• LIT 440 | Literature, Race, Gender & Power | 4 | None
• LIT 450 | Writing for the Public: Editing, Publishing, & Professional Writing | 4 | None
• CAP 491 | Capstone Project I: Proposal & Research | 3 | None
• CAP 492 | Capstone Project II: Final Project & Presentation | 3 | None

Career Opportunities

• Educator or Teacher
• Editor or Proofreader
• Writer or Author
• Content Strategist
• Literary Critic
• Publishing Professional
• Communications Specialist

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based BSc in English, Literary Studies
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years