That study must begin with English 201, The World of Texts, which introduces the student to the basic principles underlying the discipline. Students are also required to take at least one half of the American Literature Survey before moving into upper-level American literature courses, and one half of the British Literature Survey before moving into upper-level British literature courses. The 300 and 400 level courses presume the solid grounding in literary history and critical reading skills that our 200 level courses are designed to provide. In the student's senior year, the major provides a distinct "capstone" experience through Eng. 450, the Integrative Seminar.