Language is Power
Employers will always need people who can tell a story and whose gifts can be applied well beyond the classroom. In the English degree, you will read inspiring literature and explore the connection between reading, writing and thinking as you prepare to transfer and pursue a bachelor’s degree in English. Courses in British, American and World Literature are combined with electives in foreign languages, philosophy and religion, as well as classes in poetry, fiction, scriptwriting and memoir which enable you to earn a Creative Writing certificate while completing your associate’s degree.
Careers
Find your path.
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary – est. salary $80,833*
Librarian – est. salary $63,100
Proofreader or Copy Markers – est. salary $37,634
Technical Writer – est. salary $81,777
**EMSI Data, 2019; Philadelphia County, PA; a percentage of people in these jobs may have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Transfer Opportunities
Courses and Completion Sequence
Semester 1
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 101 - English Composition | 3 credits | English Majors should take ENGL 190 concurrently with ENGL 101 | ENGL 101 |
| ENGL 190 - Introduction to Literature | 3 credits | Fulfills Gen Ed requirement Fulfills Program Requirement | Major Course Humanities, Writing Intensive, Interpretive Studies |
| FNMT 118 - Intermediate Algebra or MATH 137 - Geometry for Design or MATH 150 - Introductory Data Analysis or MATH 161 - Precalculus I |
3 credits | Mathematics | |
| CIS 103 - Applied Computer Technology | 3 credits | Students with computer skills may apply for credit by exam through the Computer Technologies Department | Tech Comp |
| ANTH 112 - Cultural Anthropology or GEOG 103 - Introduction to Human Geography or HIST 121 - Global History I or HIST 122 - Global History II or other Social Science Elective selected in consultation with an advisor |
3 credits | Social Sciences |
English majors should complete ENGL 101, ENGL 102, ENGL 190, FNMT 118 or other college Mathematics, CIS 103, and either 211, 212, 221, 222, 250, or 251 in the first 24 credits.
- This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a bachelor’s degree program after earning their associate’s degree
- Follow this course schedule each semester and you’ll earn your associate’s degree in two years
- Make sure you discuss your first semester schedule and your educational plan with an advisor or counselor when you register.
Semester 2
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL 106 - General Biology I or BIOL 108 - Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology or CHEM 105 - Inquiry into Chemistry or other 4-credit lab science selected in consultation with an advisor |
4 credits | Natural Sciences | |
| ENGL 115 - Public Speaking | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ENGL 102 - The Research Paper | 3 credits | ENGL 102, Info Lit | |
| MATH 150 - Introductory Data Analysis or MATH 161 - Precalculus I or ENGL 205 - Creative Writing or other General Elective selected in consultation with an advisor |
3 credits | Math course needed only if transfer institution requires Math beyond FNMT 118 or Math 137. Students in the Creative Writing Academic Certificate should take ENGL 205 in the second semester, ENGL 280, 281, 282, or 283 in the third semester, and ENGL 280, 281, 282, or 283 concurrently with ENGL 285 in the fourth semester. |
General Elective |
| ENGL 211 - Survey of British Literature: From Beginnings to 1750 or ENGL 212 - Survey of British Literature: From 1750 to the Modern Era or ENGL 221 - Survey of American Literature: From the Beginnings to the Civil War or ENGL 222 - Survey of American Literature: From the Civil War to the Present or ENGL 250 - African American Literature I or ENGL 251 - African American Literature II |
3 credits | Students are required to take two survey courses: one in the second semester and one in the third semester. Students may choose be any two survey courses listed here. The two courses do not have to be sequential.
Students planning to transfer to a four-year institution may want to consult with an advisor before selecting their survey courses.
|
Major Course Am/Global Diversity |
- Don’t forget to meet with an advisor and review this schedule when registering for your classes
- Start planning for transfer:
- Did you know our dual admissions partnerships include scholarship opportunities?
- Learn more about our transfer agreements and use our interactive search tool for your program’s transfer options
- Make sure you are using Starfish Connect to track and improve your grades
- Stay on the path to success: take advantage of academic support services offered by Counseling the Learning Labs, Academic Advising and more
- Now is a good time to start financial planning for next semester:
- Manage your financial aid
- Take advantage of our payment plans and know the payment deadlines
- Apply for a scholarship— You only have to complete one application to be considered for all available scholarships
Semester 3
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreign Language 101: (Arabic, Chinese, French, Italian, Japanese, or Spanish) or other Humanities Elective selected in consultation with an advisor |
3 credits | Students who wish to study a foreign language or who plan to transfer to an institution that requires a foreign language are advised to take two semesters of a foreign language as their humanities electives. | Humanities Elective |
| ENGL 211 - Survey of British Literature: From Beginnings to 1750 or ENGL 212 - Survey of British Literature: From 1750 to the Modern Era or ENGL 221 - Survey of American Literature: From the Beginnings to the Civil War or ENGL 222 - Survey of American Literature: From the Civil War to the Present or ENGL 250 - African American Literature I or ENGL 251 - African American Literature II |
3 credits | Students are required to take two survey courses: one in the second semester and one in the third semester. Students may choose be any two survey courses listed here. The two courses do not have to be sequential.
Students planning to transfer to a four-year institution may want to consult with an advisor before selecting their survey courses.
|
Major Course |
| ENGL 106 - Grammar or ENGL 137 - Introduction to Theater or any 200-level English course, with the exception of ENGL 214. |
3 credits | ENGL 106 recommended for students interested in editing and publishing. Students enrolled in Creative Writing Certificate must take ENGL 280, 281, 282 or 283 as English Elective. |
Directed Elective |
| ENGL 245 - World Literature: From Antiquity to 1500 or ENGL 246 - World Literature: From 1500 to the Present |
3 credits | Major Course | |
| ANTH 112 - Cultural Anthropology or GEOG 103 - Human Geography or HIST 121 - Global History I or HIST 122 - Global History II or or other Social Science Elective selected in consultation with an advisor |
3 credits | Social Sciences Elective |
- Meet with an advisor and review this schedule when registering for your classes
- Make sure you are using Starfish Connect to track and improve your grades
- Stay on the path to success: take advantage of academic support services offered by Counseling the Learning Labs, Academic Advising and more
- Start financial planning for next semester:
- Manage your financial aid
- Take advantage of our payment plans and know the payment deadlines
- Apply for a scholarship—You only have to complete one application to be considered for all available scholarships
Semester 4
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Elective | 3 or 4 credits | General Elective | |
| ENGL 106 - Grammar or ENGL 137 - Introduction to Theater or any 200-level English course, with the exception of ENGL 214. |
3 credits | ENGL 241 - Shakespeare recommended for students transferring to Arcadia University. Students enrolled in Creative Writing Certificate must take ENGL 280, 281, 282 or 283 concurrently with ENGL 285. |
Directed Elective |
| 2nd Foreign Language: (Arabic, Chinese, French, Italian, Japanese, Spanish) or ENGL 122 - Writing for Mass Media or other Humanities Elective chosen in consultation with an advisor |
3 credits | Students who wish to study a foreign language or who plan to transfer to an institution that requires a foreign language are advised to take two semesters of a foreign language as their humanities electives.
ENGL 122 recommended for students interested in journalism, advertising, and public relations |
Directed Elective Humanities |
| PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy or PHIL 111 - Critical Thinking or PHIL 152 - Philosophy of Religion or PHIL 211 - Ethical Problems or RS 101 - Introduction to Religion or RS 151 - World Religions or RS 170/HIST 170 - Religion in American History or RS 175 - Religions of the Middle East |
3 credits | Philosophy or Religious Studies Course required at Holy Family, St. Joe’s, Villanova, and LaSalle. | Directed Elective |
| ENGL 285 - Portfolio Development or General Elective |
3 credits | Students enrolled in Creative Writing Certificate must take ENGL 285. ENGL 285 is only open to students enrolled in the Creative Writing Certificate. Other students choose a General Elective based on area of interest and transfer institution selected in consultation with an advisor. |
Directed Elective |
- Congratulations, this is your final semester! Don’t forget to complete your graduation application.
- Meet with an advisor when registering for your classes
- Finalize your transfer plans:
- Meet with a counselor at your selected dual admissions transfer college
- Meet with one of our College’s counselors or an advisor to review transfer requirements
- Take advantage of our scholarship opportunities for transferring students and apply for a scholarship
- Visit Career Connections to learn about internships and your future career possibilities
General Education Requirements:
All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal, and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms, click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request For Course Substitution Of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College’s general education requirements is also available.
Featured Career
English Language and Literature Teacher, Postsecondary
Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
$80,833
20,511
in the region
+17%
in the region
Typical Tasks
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Teach writing classes.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as poetry, novel structure, and translation and adaptation.
How well does it pay?
New workers generally start around $37,159. Normal pay for English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary is $80,833 per year, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as $166,521.
Program Information
English
Degree Type:
Associate in Arts (A.A.)Credits Needed to Graduate:
61