The minor consists of 18 credits in English above the 100 level, including at least 12 credits at or above the 300 level. All minors are required to take at least one 300- or 400-level course designated as medieval, Renaissance, or Restoration/ eighteenth century (period a, b, or c, as indicated in the major requirements, above). A maximum of 6 credits total in creative writing and in film may be counted toward the minor. Grades of C or better must be earned in all courses used to fulfill the requirement of the minor.