College of Arts and Humanities

English, Communication, Great Texts, and Modern Languages

The Department of English, Communication, Great Texts, and Modern Languages at HCU is designed to develop our students’ knowledge and understanding of language, literature, and culture, as well as their ability to communicate effectively in a democratic society and in a global community.

A specialized ability to read, speak, and write critically in English or in another language is not only a valuable asset sought after by employers, but it is also enriching and empowering.

Our various programs and courses seek to provide our students a substantive language education and essential skills that prepare them for careers in academia, teaching, publishing, business, marketing, journalism, translation, research, linguistics, legal professions, public service, and literary studies.

For more information about our undergraduate degree programs, visit the pages for English, Spanish, Communication, and Great Texts.

Global travel opens doors. Find more about our Spanish Study Abroad program here.

Ready to put your public speaking and critical thinking skills to the test? Learn more about our Mock Trial team here.

Have questions about how one of our programs can help you reach your academic and professional goals? Please contact Dr. Emily Stelzer.

Degrees in English, Communication, Great Texts, and Modern Languages

Bachelor's Degrees

  • On Campus
    An undergraduate degree or minor in English is beneficial in teaching students to be wordsmiths — able to write, speak and teach with adroit handling of English vocabulary, grammar and syntax. A foundation in English is also critical for further study, and for fields in which precise or original writing is necessary.
  • On Campus
    Obtaining an undergraduate degree or minor in Great Texts braids English, Latin and history, and gives students the opportunity to learn from the ultimate philosophers, sages and writers. Students may select an optional concentration in Classical Studies, Medieval & Renaissance Studies or Modern & Contemporary Studies.
  • On Campus
    A Spanish undergraduate degree and minor helps give students the ability to communicate in Spanish in a grammatically correct and professional manner. Courses cover grammar, vocabulary, speaking, writing and translation, along with culture, literature, music and film studies. Spanish abilities can be used in many avenues.
  • On Campus
    An undergraduate minor in Speech Communication serves as a fitting launch to roles in which public speaking or effective speech writing is necessary. Students study famous rhetoricians and speeches, and get a purview of interpersonal, political and intercultural communication. They practice applying skills for a well-rounded program.

Master's Degrees

  • On Campus
    The Master of Liberal Arts graduate program provides an interdisciplinary body of study from the great texts and Western thought leaders in exploring intellectual, moral and aesthetic values. Students may specialize in Education with a focus on grades 4-8 or 7-12, Generalist, Art, Music, PE, or Spanish.
  • On Campus
    The Master of Liberal Arts graduate program provides an interdisciplinary body of study. Students learn from the great texts and Western thought leaders in exploring intellectual, moral and aesthetic values. Graduates are well-positioned for careers which require exceptional thought and planning, and for further study.
  • On Campus
    The Master of Liberal Arts with Specialization in Education degrees offer students interested in a career in classical/Christian/public education an opportunity to prepare for Texas teacher certification for 4-8 or 7-12, EC-6 Generalist, EC-12 Art, Music, Physical Education or Spanish.