About This Page

This page displays information about the major you selected and helps you identify the community colleges where you can fulfill major preparation requirements.

University Majors

San Jose State University
English B.A.

The English major prepares students for many careers. English majors study British and American language and literature, creative writing, world and comparative literature and career and professional writing. Many go on to earn credentials and teach in high school or middle school. Some pursue further graduate study at the masters or doctoral level, or in law school. And many take jobs in industry, government or nonprofit organizations.

Click here to read more about this major on the campus web site.
CSU GE-Breadth/IGETC recommended for this major? Yes
Click here for more information about CSU GE-Breadth.
Click here for more information about IGETC.

Choose a California Community College to see course articulation information related to this major at this and nearby community colleges.