English (Concentration)

English, Communication, and Journalism are areas of concentration within the Languages and Literature Department that prepare students to transfer into Liberal Arts majors at varying four-year colleges. At the two-year level, choosing a concentration should not be confused with declaring a major; rather, it is a program track that is recognized by Alabama Transfers for the specific purpose of transferring to a four-year college. Upon completion of this course of study, students are awarded a two-year Associate of Arts degree that is transferable. If you are interested in studying literature, writing, teaching, journalism or communication, come and explore the Languages and Literature Department at Lawson State Community College. These concentrations can open doors to rewarding career pathways including journalism, broadcasting, marketing, social media, writing, editing, public relations, education, and more. If you are interested in any of these career pathways, you are in the right location. Scroll down to explore more.

Benefits of Choosing a Career in the English Field

                 

English and Communicatons are two of the most versatile areas of study because they can prepare students for many career options. Developing your oral and written skills can set you on a pathway to success in a variety of industries. Those who can speak and write well can be irreplaceable in the workforce. An English or Communications degree can lead to various career pathways including serving as an editor, teacher or professor, publisher, grant writer, technical writer, screenwriter, journalist, public speaking, politician, social media manager, or a marketing or public relations specialist. It can also prepare students for law school and other professional schools. The Associate of Arts (AA) is a two-year degree requiring 60 to 64 transferable credits. That means that once students graduate from Lawson State, they will be able to enter a four-year college as a junior and secure a four-year degree. To increase earning power, many English and Communications majors continue their education and earn their master's and doctorate degrees. 

All English and Communicaton AA and AS degrees are backed and protected by Alabama Transfers (Learn More).

78K
Median salary of a Technical Writer with a 4-year degree or higher.  For more information on your field, conduct a web search. Salaries can vary.
62K
Median salary of a Public Relations Specialist with a 4-year degree or higher.  For more information on your field, conduct a web search. Salaries can vary.
$63K
Average medium salary of an Editor.
English Instructor
English Instructor
English and Communication provide for careers with endless possibilities. If you are interested in perfecting your writing skills and oral communication skills to enhance your ability to enter the workforce, you are at the right place.
Explore a Career in the English and Communication.  The path is endless...the career choices are dynamic.

 

Explore Your Options in the English and Humanities Fields

Lawson State offers several related concentrations including English and Humanities programs. The Languages and Literature Department is also where you will find Spanish courses. To explore more related pathways, click on the Alabama Transfers bar below. For any selected area of concentration, students can take classes here at Lawson State and complete the bulk of your general studies requirements here or transfer
early and complete a Reverse Transfer to complete the degree at the four-year college. Students graduating from Lawson's Languages and Literature Department are awarded a two-year Associate of Arts degree. Credits awarded (up to 64) do transfer to four-year colleges.
  • Advertising
  • *Broadcast Journalism (related field)
  • Communication Studies
  • Creative Media (UA Only)
  • Criminal Justice (Transferable 2-year degree)
  • Elementary and Early Childhood Education
  • English
  • English Language Arts Education (Middle and High School)
  • General Studies Education
  • Hospitality
  • Journalism
  • Law and Justice (AU Only)
  • Liberal Arts
  • News Media (UA Only)
  • Philosophy
  • Political Science 
  • Telecommunication and Film or Broadcastig
  • Theater

Alabama Transfers outlines what specific courses you need for each career pathway (Area of Concentration).  Click below to review your area of interest or to discover even more Social Science pathways that may be of interest to you.

Explore your Social Science Pathway and more career options via Alabama Transfers.

 

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Law

Interested in the legal field? Consider majoring in English, Criminal Justice, Political Science or History.  Once you transfer and complete your 4-year degree,  you will be eligible to apply to Law School.  Be prepared, most law schools require you to take the LSAT.  Learn more.

Broadcast Journalist

Consider a broadcast journalism. If you have strong communication skills, consider becoming a newcaster or work behind the camera. The "sky is the limit".

Social Media Editor

The Internet is the buzz, so use your writing skills to edit and writer Internet content for major companies in the U.S. and globally.

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Building "B"
3060 Wilson Road, SW
Birmingham, AL 35221

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Dr. Kelvin King, Chairperson
Email: kelvin.king@lawsonstate.edu 

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