What: There are plenty of options for people who complete their graduation in English Literature. Some of the most prominent public figures of all times have been English graduates. Here are some possible career choices for English Literature graduates:

Journalism and Media: Journalism is the art of reporting events and information to the public either through radio or other media sources like newspaper and television. A lot of English majors start their careers as content writers, article publishers, copywriters or reporters. A lot of these journalists also move on to the role of editors for newspapers, magazines or even at publishing houses for books and novels. There are many companies that need documentation specialists who can publish their annual reports and publications. There are tons of people who have also chosen the interesting path of radio jockeys or TV show hosts after graduating in English Literature.

Teaching and Research: A good choice will be to continue further studies and enter into a PHD research program after completing master’s degree. Along with pursuing a doctorate, one could also join the noble profession of teaching at universities, schools and colleges. Communication skills and English writing skills are an absolute must in today’s world. Considering this, there will always be openings for professors and teachers in educational institutions. There is also the freelance road, where English graduates could become free consultants and decide to work in corporate sectors training employees on language, communication and presentation skills.

Advertising: The entire creative world of advertising is open to a master’s degree holder in English Literature. Any person who is able to bring these skills to the table can make an outstanding career in marketing and advertising

Translators: Combine English language with any other language and translation becomes an excellent career choice. There is a huge demand for interpreters and translators in various private and public sectors.

Writers: Writers are required in every profession, be it finance, IT industry, sales, administration or public relations. Graduates in English Literature could write technical reports for organizations. There is, of course, the excellent choice of becoming a novelist and write books that could go on to become best sellers. There is always the need for script writers and dialogue writers in movie industries.

How: An aptitude for the subject plus an aggregate between 70% and a little over 90% can get you admission in BA (honours) English. To be eligible for CATE (Common Aptitude Test for English), your best of four subjects as well as the score in English should be at least 60%. Students generally assume that studying the course will polish their English language skills. But the course is not about spoken English. It’s meant for those who have an inclination for literature.

Where: Students of English have a range of opportunities once they graduate. In addition to joining the media, they opt for civil services, advertising and, of course, teaching. Many of the students have joined publishing houses. There is a world of opportunities waiting for them.

Institutions:

• Aligarh University- Aligarh
• Annamalai University- Chennai
• Calcutta University-Kolkata
• Kamaraj University- Madurai
• Kerala University-Kerala
• Presidency college- Kolkata
• Rabindra Bharti University- Kolkata
• Delhi University- Delhi
• Jamia Millia Islamia University- New Delhi