罗格斯大学新伯朗士威校区

English is a dynamic, evolving field, always committed to the reexamination of older traditions and the exploration of newer ones. You will gain both historical understanding and critical skills through an inventive array of course electives and specialized options.

Our English program is regularly ranked among the top 20 programs in the United States, and our English faculty is active leaders and participants in many of the university’s strongest interdisciplinary centers, including the Center for Cultural Analysis, the Center for Historical Analysis, and the Institute for Research on Women. Our department is committed to excellence in written expression, to the interdisciplinary study of culture, and to the promotion of creative writing and multimedia composition. The English department sponsors many lectures, readings, and conferences.

A bachelor’s degree in English will provide you with skills applicable to a variety of positions in business, government, research, education, publishing, and the cultural, communications and entertainment industries.

The study of English provides opportunities to explore the worlds of literature and culture. Coursework focuses on areas such as literary study, the historical periods of medieval, renaissance, and eighteenth through twentieth centuries, and other English literature topics.

A bachelor's degree in English provides you with skills for a variety of positions in business, government, research, education, publishing, as well as in the cultural, entertainment, and communications industries. English as a major is versatile and helps you develop skills useful in many career fields. Your major is only one of many variables to be considered when developing career plans. Many careers do not require a specific major, but rather a wide range of demonstrated skills and accomplishments. Effective career decision making is based on a thorough assessment of your skills, interests, values, and experiences. Regardless of your career choices, increase your marketability to employers through internships, work experience, good grades, and college activities.