Undergraduate Programs
Look through our undergraduate programs
Applying for Certification
Information about obtainingÌýteaching certification, including a helpful booklet specifically for English Education majors, can be found onÌýthe
91Ô´´ students wishing to teach in states other than Delaware should research the certification requirements of the state/s of interest. ÌýYou can schedule a meeting with 91Ô´´'s Certification Officer atÌýceetp-cert@udel.edu.
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Minors in English
- English minor
- Environmental Humanities minor
- Interactive Media minor
- Writing minor
Honors
The Department of English offers Honors versions of several of the core courses in the major. The Honors College manages registration for Honors courses.
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English majors develop critical and analytical tools that will never go out of style. By studying English, majors not only discover the ways in which language shapes our world, they learn reading and writing skills that are meaningful in every industry or setting. By choosing to study English, whether its creative and professional writing, journalism, cultural studies, film, or literature, a major prepares to be adaptable in an ever-changing world
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What can I do with a degree in English?​
English majors get jobs!ÌýEmployers want employees with the skills gained from studying English—skills like creativity, adaptability, persuasiveness, andÌýthe ability to collaborate. These areÌýthe "soft skills" companies need today, and as an English major, you can cultivate them during your studies and, then, your career.
English majors get the job done, no matter what it is.ÌýÌýfor English majorsÌýinclude digital/social media writing and management, law,Ìýtechnical writing, public relations, human resources, editing and content management, and teaching.ÌýWith an English degree, you can make a difference in the world around you and earn a living while you're at it.Ìý
Learn more about what you can do with a degree in English Education.