Florida English Language Degree Programs

English Language Degree in Florida

There is truly never a dull moment in The "Sunshine State." Even if you are not going there to study, Florida is really great place to live. However, if you are going to study, you are in for a treat. With public colleges all the way down the peninsula, you are sure to receive an excellent education no matter where you end up and no matter what degrees you are pursuing. And if you are a sports fan, Florida public colleges can satisfy your every desire (except for skiing, ice hockey, and snowboarding)

Speak and spell: earning a degree in English Language

Is there a picture of you in the dictionary under the word "bookworm"? Do your friends refer to you as the Grammar Police? A degree in English Language can open up a world of career possibilities. This diverse major combines the study of language and literature, making it a great choice for people who love to read and write.

School of thought: classes and coursework

As a student in an English Language associate, bachelor's, master's, or doctorate program, your course work will likely involve a lot of reading and writing. You may take classes in one or more of the following subjects:

Linguistics
Literary theory and criticism
Modern literature
Poetry
Creative writing
American or British literature

A world of career possibilities

An English Language degree can lay the foundation for a rewarding career in any number of fields or industries. Depending upon the career you choose, you may need to earn a specific level of degree. Most teaching jobs, for example, require at least a bachelor's or master's degree.

Satisfy your word nerd wanderlust and teach English in a foreign country, or combine your education with other foreign language skills and become an interpreter. Write for a newspaper or magazine, or teach an adult how to read. Other career options may include:

Primary, elementary, or secondary school teacher
Copywriter
Editor
Interpreter or Translator (must have knowledge of at least one other language)
Journalist

As you can see, this diverse course of study can be a terrific base for an equally diverse career.

Author:
Sara Faith Alterman

Sources:

Authors, Writers, and Editors • http://www.bls.gov • http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos320.htm

Interpreters and Translators • http://www.bls.gov • http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos175.htm

Major: English • http://www.collegeboard.com • http://www.collegeboard.com/csearch/majors_careers/profiles/majors/23.0101.html • The College Board

English Language Career and Technical Schools in Florida:

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Florida Technical College - Kissimmee

Florida Technical College realizes that a successful education requires a lot more than just reading books and taking tests - especially in today's highly competitive job market. That's why they?ve structured their Health Care, Technology, and Programming curricula to achieve one thing for their students: success in the real world. Students benefit from personal attention from experienced instructors and hands-on training in fully equipped lab classrooms. Learn more today.

Florida Technical College is a Junior College accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award Associates of Science degrees and academic diplomas. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. Its accreditation of degree-granting institutions also is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The Council is located at 750 First Street, NE, Suite 980, Washington, DC 20002 (202/336-6780).

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Florida Technical College - Orlando

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