English Major

English majors become clear and effective communicators, avid critical thinkers, and bold creatives.

The English degree program is flexible so that students can design their path based on their interests. We offer major concentrations in Literature, Literature with Secondary Education Certification, Creative Writing, or Professional Writing and Rhetoric.

English majors learn:

to analyze aural, visual, and written texts
to write in a variety of modes and for different audiences, while keeping in mind the user's experience
to conduct independent and collaborative research
to understand domestic and global cultures through text-based study

Our students develop their skills through personalized coursework, undergraduate research, study abroad opportunities, community projects, portfolios, internships, and more!

"The best thing about EWL for me is the wonderful faculty that I have come to know and work with during my time at AU. They are all so knowledgeable, and I truly feel that my class time and out-of-class assignments are enriching my life and my skills as a writer" - Ollie Stocker, Creative Writing

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English & World Languages

Summerville Campus

Allgood Hall

Suite E-227

706-737-1500

ewl@augusta.edu

Mailing Address: 1120 15th Street
AH-E227 Augusta, GA 30912

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Degree Programs

BA in English with a concentration in Creative Writing

The Creative Writing concentration enables students to hone their skills in fiction, nonfiction, and poetry and to build a curate portfolio of works to present to employers or publishers

BA in English with a concentration in Literature

The Literature concentration immerses students in the study of American and World literatures and provides opportunities for students to work closely with faculty on academic research

BA in English with a concentration in Professional Writing and Rhetoric

The Professional Writing and Rhetoric concentration enables students to hone their writing and editing skills and to build a curated portfolio of works to present to employers or publishers

BA in English and a Secondary Teacher Certification

Students interested in teaching follow the Secondary Teacher Certification path, which helps them develop the content knowledge they need in the classroom

Five reasons to major in English

1. Expand your worldview: English majors study a variety of texts by authors from domestic and global cultures. You’ll gain insight into different

2. Gain a competitive edge in your career: The job market continues to undergo rapid transformation. Jobs that are popular today may disappear and be replaced with different positions in a few years, or even months. The skills you develop as an English major, however, are evergreen: more and more, employers are prioritizing employees with critical thinking, communication, cultural competency, social, and collaborative skills.

3. Be an influencer: English majors have profound agency in a noisy world. They develop communication and critical reasoning skills that make them adept at shaping conversations and making positive changes. You will have the skills and expertise to share your thoughts persuasively and make a mark on the world. Your ability to engage with a variety of viewpoints and empathize with others positions you to be a transformative leader.

4. Do what you love: If you enjoy reading and writing, then use your passion to fuel your purpose. Studying English provides ample opportunities for personal enjoyment and reflection, all while developing critical skills that are in high demand.

5. Personalize your education: Our English program is flexible, and our class sizes are small. You can tailor your classes to your interest and life goals. You’ll receive one-on-one attention from your professors who are ready to support you in internships, undergraduate research, and more.

What can I do with a BA in English?

English majors are among the most versatile students at Augusta University. You'll be trained as a discriminating reader, independent thinker, and skillful writer. Your English degree prepares you for a wide and exciting selection of careers that require employees to write well, analyze complex information, conduct and present research, and understand and apply cultural competency skills. With these skills, you can work for publishers, schools, libraries, hospitals, media companies, non-profit and government agencies.

Career Options

Lawyer
Librarian
Author
Analyst
Grant Writer

Teacher
Editor/Publisher
Public Relations
Media Manager
Archivist

Administrator
UX Designer
Copywriter
Journalist
Marketing

Internationalize your degree through

Language learning (Arabic, Chinese, French, German, and Spanish)
Study Abroad (Spain and Greece)

Translation Studies, TESOL, Linguistics
Clubs (Club de Espanol, Le Cercle Francais, German Table)
Internships (Asociaci6n Cultural Hispanoamericana, Asociaci6n Latina de Services del CSRA, and Bienvenidos Press)