What you'll learn studying English Education at UW-Platteville 

The minor in English education is designed for anyone looking to teach at the middle education levels. In your English education courses, you’ll explore various topics including the teaching of composition, grammar in context, and teaching English in middle schools. If you are interested in teaching middle school, you can combine the English education minor with the elementary-middle K-9 major in the School of Education.

The English language education minor complements other teaching majors and qualifies you to teach another subject. In addition to courses in English, the English education learning curriculum includes courses within the School of Education.

Careers in English Education

If you love the English language and are passionate about education, you should consider pursuing a traditional on-campus or an online English education degree. Graduates of this type of program enter the workforce prepared for a variety of rewarding careers, including jobs in the field of education as well as other industries. In addition to enhancing your linguistic skills, you will learn how to communicate more effectively, become more comfortable presenting material to various audiences, improve your critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and become more influential. With these skills you will be prepared to succeed in any career. 

Some of the careers you could consider with this degree include:

  • Copywriter
  • Corporate trainer/educator
  • Curriculum designer
  • Editor
  • ESL teacher
  • High school English teacher 
  • Instructional designer
  • Marketing manager
  • Middle school English teacher
  • Postsecondary English teacher
  • Proofreader
  • Public relations manager
  • Social media manager

A college degree that pairs English with educational concepts can be incredibly versatile. Your coursework can also prepare you to further your education in graduate school.

Discover by doing

When you study English education, you can also work on research projects, do internships, study abroad, and attend a variety of university events throughout the year. You will find plenty of exciting opportunities to network, build your skills, and put your knowledge into practice.


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