Program Overview
English (Secondary Education), BA
The Bachelor of Arts program in English with a concentration in secondary education includes rigorous content in literature, composition, linguistics, and secondary teaching pedagogy. This program provides extensive preparation for meeting the needs of all student populations, including attention to levels of academic performance and cultural and linguistic diversity.
Program Description
The program description provides an overview of the English (Secondary Education) BA program, highlighting its focus on preparing students to teach English at the high school level. Leading education scholars will mentor students in methods of teaching English, and students will put these methods to use during professional field experiences and student teaching.
At a Glance
- College/school: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Location: Tempe
- Second language requirement: Yes
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 114 - College Mathematics
- Math intensity: General
Curriculum
The curriculum for the English (Secondary Education) BA program includes a range of courses in literature, composition, linguistics, and secondary teaching pedagogy. Students can view the 2025-2026 curriculum and curriculum archives for more information.
Concurrent Program Options
Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
Accelerated Program Options
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree.
Admission Requirements
- General university admission requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
Tuition Information
When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.
Change of Major Requirements
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors. Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
Transfer Options
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
Program Learning Outcomes
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Analyze current and historic issues in connection to teaching English language arts in secondary schools.
- Develop curriculum using English language arts content and pedagogical practices.
- Develop lesson plans for English language integrating best practices for limiting common learning problems.
Global Opportunities
Students who wish to pursue a future in education must understand the diverse sets of experiences, backgrounds, and cultures that can shape the students in their classrooms. Students can gain firsthand experience of a wide variety of cultures and communities when they enhance their English degree with a Global Education program.
Career Opportunities
Students graduating with a BA in English with a concentration in secondary education have tremendous opportunities for employment. Certified teachers continue to be in high demand in Arizona, and Arizona State University provides more of these teachers than any other institution of higher education.
Professional Licensure
ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.