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March 26, 2007 |
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English Language and Literature, General:
This degree doesn't get you much. you need to go back to school to really be qualified for anything other than a basic, entry-level, "degree required" job. In other words, you're probably going to end up going back to school. If that's cool with you, go for English. Oh, you can also teach, but that requires getting a teaching certificate usually.
I think you should always study what you enjoy and are interested in, but perhaps be a double major. Get a nice Computer Science degree to go along with your English Lit degree, then you'll be making $60k straight out of school. And you can still go back to school for English if you like. |
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March 26, 2007 |
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English Language and Literature, General:
This major is generally sought by two different kinds of people. The first kind is a person who loves literature, and plans to use the degree to become a literature teacher themselves, or perhaps a writer. The second kind is a person who wants to use the degree to pursue a career not specifically literature-related, for example, Law, Elementary Education, and Journalism.
I would advise the first kind of person to weigh their options regarding their future plans. The truth is that graduate school has become very competitive for Liberal Arts majors, so in order to get accepted into graduate school you must have an outstanding undergraduate performance record and a very clear idea of the kind of research you want to do in graduate school.
The second kind of person should know that in addition to the study required for their major, they must also take some other training courses, or in the case of those who want to go to law school, they must prepare for the LSAT.
I'm glad I chose this major, but I had to get two years' outside experience before I was accepted into a graduate program this year. I've also been unable to find a well-paying job since graduation, and have had to continue working as a manager in a small company to finance my continuing education. |
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March 26, 2007 |
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Creative Writing:
Creative writing, unlike something like accounting for example, is not likely to get you a job right out of college... but it IS likely to prepare you to do any number of things. I went to law school with a creative writing major from college. My writing experience was extremely helpful in both my law school experience, and in my career as a lawyer. I eventually became a writer and editor, and obviously having the college background was helpful.
Creative writing teaches you to look inward and then be able to express outward. The major can be useful in any number of careers including: teaching, law, writing, editing, copywriting, ad agency work, etc.
Pros: interesting, creative, fun, and unusual major
Cons: doesn't exactly prepare you for a career.. but at least you'll enjoy your college experience. |
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March 23, 2007 |
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English Language and Literature, General:
A B.A. in English does not necessarily mean that an individual has to teach English. The English courses that I took helped me become an analytical, open-minded person, who is able to comprehend, read aq quick level, and write effecitvely to get a point accross.I decided to study English because I wanted to be a lawyer. (I do have to say, though, that my spelling is not the greatest). Although this carreer aspiration did not work out, I am now a grant writer at a nonprofit organization. It took me a while to find a job that I wanted to do, and if one is considering this degree, the individual has to look at large metropolitian areas and consider jobs that are not necessarily related to their degree. If I had to do it over again, I would definitly choose this major. I'm a well-read person who loves the arts and culture. If one decides to persue this major, a person has to be commmitted to reading and writing a lot and opening up their mind to new possibilities. |
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March 22, 2007 |
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Creative Writing:
I always had a knack for writing, and so I followed my passion, hoping that a college degree, regardless of what it was in, would be valuable to employers. I was in the honors college and excelled at writing, both creatively and critically. I was an excellent program, and I feel the skills I learned are invaluable, and will be useful in any job throughout my life.
There are cons, however. I don't feel this degree helped me get a job straight out of college. It is definitely a degree you have to supplement with internships and specialization in a certain area. It is not like getting a degree in accounting or business. There is no direct career path for an English major, and so unless you are driven to get a double-degree (as I did), or have enough desire to pursue a specific area of interest and go to graduate school, and undergraduate degree in English literature or creative writing certainly puts a limit on how marketable you are when it comes to finding a job.
If I had to do it over again, I would still pick this major. I can't imagine my life without some of the things I have read. Literature and writing teaches you more about the world than you can imagine--there is theory, history, political context, and pure art mixed into one specialization. It's a wonderful thing to have a solid understanding of language on your side, and no matter what, this will help you be a better citizen, a better job-seeker.
If you have some idea of what you'd like to do after college, and this falls in the realm of writing, publishing, editing, or teaching, and English degree is probably a good fit. |
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March 06, 2007 |
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English Language and Literature, General:
If you love to read a wide variety of classic novels and study the history and authors that created them, then this is an excellent major for you. Be prepared to read an enormous amount of literature, especially if you are taking more than one literature class at a time. Figure out some sort of a writing or note-taking system that will help you remember key quotes, idea, etc. from each novel. For example, I like to purchase all of my novels, because I read them with a pen in hand. When I come across an idea or a quote that is important, I underline it in the book and sometimes make a note next to it. If you have a professor that lectures according to the novel you are reading, it might even be good to take down some of his/her notes in the margins of your book as well. Overall, it was a great choice for me. The only drawback is that fact that you are cramming so much reading into a short amount of time. Sometimes this means that you feel like you are skimming more often or not really digesting the information entirely. Also, there are probably going to be novels that you are required to read which you find boring or a waste of your time, but they are trying to give you a well-rounded idea of the influential works that are out there. |
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February 24, 2007 |
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English Language and Literature, General:
English is a intellectually and emotionally stimulating major... but you have to be absolutely certain that it is what you want to study! Too many students study English because "they like to read." Listen: Lots of people like to read. Unless you are truly interested in understanding literature and literary discourse, I would advise you to reconsider your options. In fact, unless you are pretty certain you want to teach, attend graduate or law school, I would advise you to stay away from the English department. An English degree, while priceless in its ability to raise your consciousness and creative development, is practically worthless on the job market (and if your academic adviser tells you otherwise, I would advise seeking further advice.) T
The pros of earning an English degree are that you will be savvier, more creative, and more interesting than most of the numbskulls out there. The cons are that those numbskulls will all have more money than you, and they generally don't like to share with snobby, self-absorbed, liberal-arts types like English geeks. |
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February 24, 2007 |
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English Language and Literature, General:
If you love reading, writing, and thinking critically about literature, or if you want to improve your communication skills, then majoring in English may be for you. Many universities offer a wide range of courses within the discipline, meaning you can experience a great amount of variety in the content of your coursework.
As an English Education graduate student, an undergraduate degree in English Literature is invaluable. While Literature may seem too general a degree, many of the skills you gain will be useful in fields that require strong verbal and writing ability. The downsides to majoring in English are usually a result of the popularity of the major. Classes tend to be larger, competition can be fierce, and finding jobs may be difficult because of the competition. |
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February 23, 2007 |
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English Language and Literature, General:
The reason I rated my major so highly (9) was because the majority of classes dealt with the reading and discussion of wonderful works of literature. About my third class in, I knew that this was going to be my major - the classes were fantastic because the professors had excellent taste and lead discussions well.
If I had to choose again, I would definitely choose to be an English major. I am currently an English teacher, and I love it. This, however, is both the pro and con of becoming an English major. By itself, the degree is not extremely beneficial when searching for a variety of jobs. Combined with higher education, the degree is quite valuable - for I feel the majority of Americans can not write well, and this gives you a leg up.
My advice for those considering this major is to find the best teachers at your college and stick with them. Terrible professors will lead you to hate certain aspects of literature because their delivery is so poor. There's no shame in taking the same professor repeatedly if they bring out the best in you. |
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