English - Elon University

English from Elon University is a Campus Bachelor English degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. What can you do with an English degree? The answer, as generations of Elon's English majors know, is another question: What can't you do? As an English major at Elon, you will learn to write clearly, persuasively and effectively. You will learn to read critically, with an understanding of the patterns, meanings, purposes and techniques of communication. You will be exposed to new ways of analyzing information and expressing precise ideas. You will learn to think critically, analytically and creatively. The skills English majors master are prized by employers and recruiters in a virtually limitless range of careers. Many Elon English graduates proceed to postgraduate studies in English, creative writing, library science, journalism, education, law and other disciplines. Others move straight into professional careers in writing, editing, technical writing, business management, corporate communications, advertising, public relations, journalism and teaching. Whatever path you choose, Elon's English program will give you the tools to succeed. A balanced curriculum Elon's English program is designed to provide both the fundamental building blocks of the study of English and a targeted focus on each student's particular talents and interests. All English majors study the three principal areas of the discipline ? literature, language study and writing ? through five core courses above the freshman level. Each student builds his or her own curriculum on top of that foundation, selecting a path in one or more of four concentrations: literature, professional writing and rhetoric, creative writing or English teacher licensure. View more details on Elon University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related English courses.