Associate of Arts in English

The English major at Diablo Valley College (DVC) offers students the opportunity to prepare for a broad range of professions through the study of language, literature, and composition, as well as the opportunity to transfer to UC, CSU, and other four year colleges and universities to earn a Bachelor’s degree. The English major curriculum at DVC hones a student’s critical thinking, reasoning, and communication skills as it also prepares students pursuing careers in law, government, business, entertainment (film, television, and theater), advertising, writing, editing, and education.Career OpportunitiesThe English program will prepare you for work in a variety of occupations and career paths, including:AuthorJournalistEditorSocial media managerPublic relations specialistCommunications specialist