B.A. in English

The English major teaches students to think critically, to read analytically, and to express themselves persuasively in writing and speech skills essential to a number of careers. All employers look for the ability to think and communicate effectively. For those students who choose to major in literature and writing, SDSU offers a number of programs. Students may major in English for the single subject teaching credential, which can lead into a high school teaching career. Students may also major in English for the liberal arts degree. This program will ready students for graduate study in English, or prepare them for the many careers that require skills in critical thinking and writing. For those students who are interested in the literature of various cultures around the world, SDSU offers the comparative literature degree program. Career Opportunities: The single subject English major leads to a career in teaching at the high school level, while the standard major prepares students for graduate studies in writing and literature. The skills acquired through a major in English (critical thinking and writing and cultural appreciation) are also valuable training for careers in law, medicine, business and federal service. It may also prepare students for employment opportunities in the fields of radio/television broadcasting, editing, writing, politics, film, library work, journalism, criticism, advertising, public information, public relations, and technical writing.