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What are some of the jobs available for someone with a PhD in English?

I want a PhD in English, and I want to be a college professor. However, I would like to know some of the other options for that careers with that degree. #college #higher-education #english #phd

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Gabie’s Answer

Hello,


Great question. I too love English and would love nothing more to do it all day.


A PhD in a relevant field will allow you to apply for jobs that research and lecture at universities. Please note these are very competitive.


With a PhD in literature you will be able to teach in a High School, write articles and books, and work in non for profits. Depending on what type of specialization you took would change your job prospects.


I hope this helps.
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Ismini’s Answer

PhDs are really useful in the corporate world, too. PhDs also take a lot of time/money/energy/dedication to get, so really think about what you want. What is it about being a professor that really appeals to you? Do those aspects exist elsewhere in other professions?
The academic world is not an easy place to be these days - as a grad student or as a professor. There are very few jobs in the humanities. Being an adjunct get really hard really fast. I left academia recently for the corporate world. Just some food for thought.
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