English - Merced College

English from Merced College is a Campus Associate English degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. Program Description The English curriculum prepares the student in written and analytical skills and acquaints the student with a wide range of literature. An English major qualifies a student for employment in educational institutions, business and industry, and communications. It is a frequently recommended major for students interested in pre-law, journalism, or library work. Career Opportunities Advertising Editor Interpreter Teacher Librarian Publisher Public Relations Attorney Columnist Manager For all students admitted to a community college in Fall 2009 and thereafter, all courses that count toward the associate degree major or area of emphasis must be ?satisfactorily completed? with grades of A, B, C or P (pass). All degree requirements, including general education, must be completed with an overall grade point average of 2.0 or better. Program Student Learning Outcomes A. Write a full-length essay of appointed number of words ? most likely 1500-1750 words? relatively free from English usage errors, on any given subject. B. Write a full-length documented essay using the MLA format and style (seventh ed.). C. Read sophisticated material critically followed by writing critical or evaluative essays on the reading material. D. Recognize literary periods and their distinguishing characteristics and show proficiency by way of exam, a series of exams or extensive writings. E. Write full-length essays--most likely 1500-1750 words--on literary subjects from poetry, novels, or short stories. View more details on Merced College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related English courses.