English Degree Great Prep for Tech Writer
"I'm very happy with what I got from my English degree. I feel very well rounded."
Michele (Sharrow) Marvich, '13, BA in both English Writing and English Literary, Textual, and Cultural Studies, full-time technical writer for EHS Consulting, based out of Pittsburgh
Found Opportunities to Build Portfolio in Specialty
"Taking on and completing the music director's guide and updating my music blog are definitely great additions to my portfolio of music-centric writing and will help me stand out in the crowd aspiring to get into the music industry."
Laura Ragsdale, Class of 2014, English, Writing Studies Track
Write to be read
"No one reads anymore." We hear this all the time. But it's just not true. Today, with the explosion of electronic devices and spaces, people are reading and writing in more ways than ever before. We're communicating 24/7.
That's why those who are skilled and trained in reading, writing, and analyzing text are in high demand. With an English degree from IUP, you'll gain the skills to meet that demand, navigate the world of information delivery, and communicate your thoughts effectivelya proven path toward success and leadership.
Careers
With a BA in English from IUP, you can pursue careers in:
- Publishing
- Editing
- Technical writing
- Law
- Advertising
- Marketing
- Teaching
- Public relations
- Journalism
- Film
- International relations
- Politics
- Theater
With a BS in English Education, you can:
- Teach secondary English in Pennsylvania and 33 other states
- (Pursue other related English professional pursuits such as the options above)
The path to higher degrees
With a BA in English, you'll be perfectly positioned to pursue these higher degrees:
- MA in English
- MA in literature
- MA in composition
- MA in English, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- JD in law
- MA in journalism
- MA in teaching English
- MFA in creative writing