They go into teaching, and sometimes work for publishers, television stations, film-making companies, or computer firms. They write press releases, training manuals, in-house newspapers, and news copy. To help students bridge the gap between academic life and work experience, Oglethorpe places English majors in internships with area newspapers, publishing companies, public relations firms, cultural associations, and radio and television stations. Such experiences enhance students' chances of finding the jobs they want after graduation. In addition, a student majoring in English must demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language either through examination or course work.
Proficiency is considered equivalent to two semesters at the college level.
The degree awarded is the Bachelor of Arts. Minor Students who minor in English are required to take a minimum of five literature courses. This course will examine the literature of the ancient world. Although the primary focus will be on Greek, Roman, and Hebrew culture, non-Western materials may also be studied. This course will examine the transition of the cultural world of Dante to that of Shakespeare and Milton.