Our course of study of literature, language, rhetoric, and creative writing fosters the development of critical thinking, skilled communication, appreciation of cultural contexts, informed citizenship, and knowledge of the various literary texts representing human thought and inquiry through the centuries. Students majoring in English studies go on to become successful professionals in their chosen fields. Graduates have taken the department’s reputation into the world outside the campus gates and hold careers ranging from positions in successful law practices, to jobs as published authors, technical writers, and journalists. English focuses on the human condition through careful study of language and literature. Comprehensive curriculum offers a wide range of courses in literature, writing and linguistics. Develop valuable skills in critical thinking, analysis and communication. A degree in English serves well as a preprofessional degree for students interested in law, public administration and business. Skills in reading and writing critically, analytically and creatively are always in demand, especially in the ever-changing workforce of today. Our course of study of literature, language, rhetoric, and creative writing fosters the development of critical thinking, skilled communication, appreciation of cultural contexts, informed citizenship, and knowledge of the various literary texts representing human thought and inquiry through the centuries. Students majoring in English studies go on to become successful professionals in their chosen fields. Graduates have taken the department’s reputation into the world outside the campus gates and hold careers ranging from positions in successful law practices.
Career Path
Graduate career path Editor (Publishing, Media, Corporate), Content Strategist, Writer (Creative, Technical, Copywriting, Journalism), Communications Specialist, Public Relations Officer, Marketing & Advertising Copywriter, Social Media Manager, Grant Writer / Proposal Writer, Speechwriter, Literary Agent Assistant, Curriculum Developer, Teacher (Primary, Secondary, ESL), Academic Research Assistant, Policy Analyst (Government/NGO), Cultural Program Coordinator, Library and Information Specialist,Nonprofit Program Coordinator (Communications/Outreach), Publishing Assistant, Corporate Training Specialist, Advertising Account Executive, Technical Writer, Digital Content Producer (Blogs, Podcasts, Online Media), Creative Entrepreneur (Publishing, Media, Arts), Screenwriter / Scriptwriter.
1. WASSCE/A level Certificate
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
The University of Akron will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
