BA English

At UConn, they offer a diverse and intellectually rigorous English curriculum that fosters vital skills in reading, writing, research, and analysis. Their students are thoughtful, creative, and effective communicators who share a deep curiosity about life s great questions. The faculty members are dedicated teachers and experts in their fields, which span writings from every major region, historical period, and genre. They keep their class sizes small, so students have plenty of opportunities to develop close working relationships with faculty mentors. Together, they nourish your passion for language and literature in many forms. A degree in English will give you access to a vibrant community of thinkers and writers, while preparing you for a broad range of career paths. Our graduates have gone on to jobs in publishing, education, marketing, and other areas, as well as advanced graduate and professional study in fields such as law, journalism, and business. English majors may pursue concentrations in Teaching English, Irish Literature, or Creative Writing, among others.