English
www.linnbenton.edu/english
Whether you plan to enter the sciences, a business or technical field or the liberal arts, your career success will be enhanced by strong communication skills. English majors planning to transfer to Oregon State University are advised to complete the Associate of Science degree. OSU provides a program of courses for those interested in the English major or a minor in English or writing, especially those who plan to teach English in the elementary or secondary schools, who plan to pursue graduate work in English, or both.
An Oregon State University Bachelor of Arts degree requires that students take two years (six terms) of a college-level foreign language. While this is not a requirement for the Associate of Science, it is highly recommended that you do this coursework during your time at LBCC, or after transfer using the Degree Partnership Program.
If you plan to transfer to the University of Oregon or any other state university, you should consider completing the AAOT degree. This is a general degree that needs to be tailored to the four year institution you plan to attend. Work with an English advisor to review the program requirements of the four year institution. You will want to enroll in these required classes while at LBCC to ensure that you are able to complete the Bachelor’s degree in a timely manner.
Program Requirements
The English program welcomes students at all skill levels, from beginner to advanced. However, to complete your Associate of Science degree with an emphasis in English within a two-year period, you will need to complete at least 15 credits per quarter. You will need to test into WR 121 English Composition and MTH 105 Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics on LBCC’s Computerized Placement Test (CPT). Students who do not place into MTH 105 should take MTH 098 Foundations of Contemporary Mathematics and then proceed to MTH 105.
All writing classes numbered above WR 121 require successful completion of WR 121 as a prerequisite.
Please see the English department website for a tentative schedule of course offerings.