English

Study English at a Christian University

Gain access to a wide range of career options with a degree from the Department of English at Liberty University. The ability to read and analyze information, come up with unique solutions, and communicate complex concepts allows Liberty students to succeed in both the marketplace and in life.

Because English is the international language of commerce and diplomacy, the writing and communication skills you learn with an English degree can prepare you for success in the global marketplace.

Whether you plan to be a teacher or work in the journalism, law, or communications fields, let us help you develop the skills you need for life.


Discover Your Passion with a Degree in English

Writing, Editing, and Publishing

Pursue your writing dreams with a degree from the Department of English. Liberty graduates are working in the exciting fields of journalism, television, radio, and publishing. Some are also well-known, published authors.

Teaching

With a B.Ed. in English Education (6-12), graduates can teach English in public, private, and missionary schools, as well as in TESL programs. Graduates can also teach in a university setting with an M.A. in English.

Graduate School

Enhance your career opportunities with graduate studies. After completing your bachelorโ€™s degree, you can get your masterโ€™s or doctoral degree through Libertyโ€™s Department of English or further your education elsewhere.

Law School

English majors are sought-after law school applicants. Critical thinking skills developed through the analysis and interpretation of literature help English graduates succeed. Excel in a field that requires encyclopedic knowledge, practical skills, and creative problem-solving.

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CFAW guests are invited to "A Book, a Bedford Boy, and a Bible," a presentation by one of our English faculty, on Friday, April 10, 2-2:30 p.m., DeMoss Hall, Room 4082. Then join us for an Open House in the English Department lobby, DeMoss Hall, Room 4062, until 3 p.m.
ENGL  364 History of the English Language 
The study of the English language, whether focused on its linguistic characteristics, its literature, its rhetoric, or its place in the world, cannot be seriously engaged apart from an understanding of its history. The pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary of the English Language in terms of its historical development are emphasized in ENGL 364 with Dr. Muller. Enroll today!
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