I started off my university as a freshman majoring in Education. I have always dreamt of becoming a teacher. Like any other student, I had so many plans after I will graduate with an Education major. But life doesn’t go according to our plans. I was in my junior year when I realized that maybe I am not that fit to become a teacher because it requires a lot of time and patience. According to the University guidelines of Education major, I have to pass the PRAXIS exam, which is a whole other studying guide. Also, I have to do student teaching during my degree. At that time, I got engaged and was planning to get married in a year. I wanted to finish my education first before settling into my new life.
I wanted to study in a major where there are more opportunities in the work field and a major which I feel passionate about. I always felt very passionate when it comes to writing. So, I began my search for different majors. While I was searching for majors, I came across an English Writing major, and then my brain light bulb turned on. I began searching more about the English major and what opportunities that can bring me in future. In my research, I have found a couple of great opportunities that many people aren’t aware of which I will talk about in this blog.
Did you know that an English major can help you in many different fields? Well, the answer to that is “yes”. English majors can help you apply to so many other fields. For example, journalism, marketing, teaching, blogger, critical analysis, writer, communication, literature, etc. In Journalism, it can help you to become an editor. Additionally, the English major teaches students to read critically and to examine issues deeply. These skills will help students analyze intricate data in critical analysis fields.
Moreover, majoring in English will teach you the skills of close reading and advanced writing. This will help you to seek careers as a publisher, entertainment industry, public relations, teaching, copywriter, reporter, correspondent, technical writer, etc. Furthermore, it will help you with your communication skills. Communication plays an important role in every aspect of the field. Majoring in English will help you learn about different cultures and traditions which help you in communicating with all kinds of audiences. Similarly, it teaches you to engage with your audience through different social media platforms. Last but not least, an English major will help you become a writer. Through writing, it will help you to become creative in your work, be flexible, have a creative mind, and be imaginative.
Who can think an English major can impact almost every field of work? English majors can help you in so many different ways. The interesting fact is you can build a great and strong career out of it. Even if you don’t feel satisfied with a specific job after a time, you can apply for another field job because you already have knowledge about different job experiences through an English major.
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