Minor in English
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A minor in English is perfect for students who love literature, critical thinking, and effective communication. It enhances careers in writing, editing, teaching, publishing, or fields like law and public relations that value strong analytical and language skills.
Program Overview
Enhance your communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills with the English Minor at the University of Kentucky. Whether your major is in business, education, marketing, history, psychology, or any other field, a minor in English can elevate your writing, research, and interpretive abilities—skills that are essential in nearly every profession.
Through coursework in literature, writing, rhetoric, and cultural studies, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how language shapes ideas, identities, and societies. You’ll also sharpen your ability to craft clear, persuasive, and engaging content—whether for creative projects, academic research, or professional communication.
An English Minor is a versatile complement to your primary studies, preparing you for careers in fields like publishing, law, public relations, education, journalism, marketing, technical writing, and beyond. Whether you aspire to write compelling stories, analyze complex texts, or communicate effectively in any career, the English Minor provides valuable skills for success.
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
Get a Head Start with an
Accelerated Pathway
This program is part of the Accelerated Master's Pathways program. If you plan to obtain a related master's degree, this program can save you time and money with dual credit hours when you sign up.
How to Add this Minor
Prospective students: Minors and certificates are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this minor online in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
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