English majors have a competitive edge in the job market and higher education. Employers and universities both seek people with effective communication and critical thinking skills; the course work in English provides practice in both.
While the study of writing obviously leads to improved written communication, literary analysis can result in other desired traits, such as an increased ability to understand people, greater ease interacting with diverse populations, and creative problem solving skills.
A degree in English serves as a solid, broad base for many careers.
Associate of Arts Degree
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General Education Requirements
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Credits
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Writing Level I (WR1)
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(In program)
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Writing Level II (WR2)
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(In program)
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U.S & Wyoming Constitution
(POLS 1000)
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3
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ARTS (May not be an ENGL prefix)
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3
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DIV (May not be an ENGL prefix)
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3
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HUM (May not be an ENGL prefix)
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3
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LSCI
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4
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MATH
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3
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ORAL
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(In program)
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PEAC
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1
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SOC
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3
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UNST
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1
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WELL
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1
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Program Requirements
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ENGL
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1010
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English Composition I (WR1)
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3
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ENGL
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1020
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English Composition II (WR2)
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3
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| CO/M |
1030
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Interpersonal Communication (ORAL)
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3
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Program Electives
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ENGL
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2000-2499*
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12
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Additional courses with a HUM or
DIV General Education designator
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6
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General Electives
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12
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TOTAL
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64
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* 3 credits
may be from the following courses: LIBS 2280, THEA 2010 or THEA 2020.