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Do you love to read and talk about books, graphic novels, poems, and plays? Do you sometimes write your own - or would you like to? How about a career with reading, writing, and imagination at its heart!

In DVC's English program, you'll have the opportunity to develop your own writing style and voice, explore a variety of literary genres and themes, and spark your creativity. Graduates with an English degree have a strong foundation in literature and composition, skills valuable for a dynamic range of exciting career choices. 

Career Opportunities


The English program will prepare you for work in a variety of occupations and career paths, including:

  • Author
  • Journalist
  • Editor
  • Social media manager
  • Public relations specialist
  • Communications specialist
  • English/ESL teacher
  • Librarian

Degrees


Change your life with an English degree. Our program gives you options to explore.

By the end of my first class I knew I wanted to be an English Professor. I will always attribute my success as an instructor to these formative years at DVC in which I learned by example and had brilliant professors take me under their wings to ensure I was successful in the classroom.

Kortney Stern, Graduate

About degrees and certificates


Certificates:
A certificate readily prepares you to enter a particular field or career. It can also give you new skills for advancement in the workplace.

Associate Degrees:
An associate degree requires a broader education for career options in a range of industries. It's a great step towards earning a bachelor degree at a four-year school or entering the workforce sooner.

Associate Degrees for Transfer:
A transfer degree is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program. Earning one can guarantee admission to California State Universities, some private and online universities, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). ADTs, along with a transfer agreement guarantee (TAG) with the University of California system can help you achieve your goals for less. Learn about transfer services.

Meet our English Faculty

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Kelvyn Moran

Department Chair, Faculty - English

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Renee Swindle

Department Chair, Language Arts

Contact Us

Kelvyn Moran Department Chair, Pleasant Hill

Pleasant Hill Faculty Offices - FO Room 115

Renee Swindle Department Chair, San Ramon

San Ramon West Building - SRC W Room 121