First, the choice of professional direction
1, translation class
English majors have obvious advantages in applying for translation-related courses. Translation major can be subdivided into translation and interpretation.
Translation requires students to have a good knowledge of literature and master a large number of English vocabulary. The course also focuses on the study of translation theory, such as advanced translation, translation history, translation theory and practice, and cultural transformation. Interpretation focuses on training senior simultaneous interpreters, which requires very high oral and listening comprehension of students and is suitable for students with excellent English ability.
The gap between domestic and international simultaneous interpretation professionals has been very large, and the employment prospects are very bright. Britain is the first country to offer modern translation studies, and it is also one of the countries with the highest teaching quality, the most complete languages and the strongest practicality in the world.
Among the top eight universities in the world, Britain occupies the majority, including Bath University, Newcastle University, Leeds University and university of westminster (others include Monterey Institute of International Studies, University of Paris III, Macquarie University in Australia and Shanghai International Studies University).
2, English teaching (TESOL)
The full name of TESOL is to teach English to people who speak other languages, that is, to teach English to people who speak other languages. TESOL emphasizes teaching, not just English itself. TESOL educates non-native English speakers who immigrate to English-speaking countries.
TESOL certificate, as the professional qualification certificate of international English teachers, has been recognized by more than 5,000 schools in more than 80 countries, with nearly 100 group members and more than 65,438+04,000 professionals worldwide. In English-speaking countries such as North America, Britain, Australia and New Zealand, most schools and language training institutions recognize TESOL certificates.
Choosing TESOL as an English major can give full play to its professional advantages. Relatively speaking, it is less difficult to apply and has a wide range of employment, so it is a good choice. Most of his employment prospects are to be an English teacher in countries with non-English departments or English departments all over the world.
It should be noted that some foreign universities will require students to have relevant work experience in English teaching, and some schools will also require them to submit writing samples in the direction of pedagogy when applying, so you should also see the requirements clearly when choosing.
Many schools in Britain offer TESOL majors, such as MSc TESOL of Edinburgh University (no previous work experience is required, but higher requirements are required for undergraduate thesis), MA TESOL of Manchester University (teacher qualification is required, and at least two years of full-time teaching experience is required), MA TESOL of King's College London (recommended volunteers and teaching experience) and MSc TESOL of Bristol University (full-time or part-time classroom teaching experience and other experience related to English teaching is required).
3. Linguistics or literature
This major belongs to literature, involving a lot of deep English knowledge and British culture, so fewer students choose this major. It requires students to have a solid professional foundation and a sound knowledge structure, be proficient in listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, and have a deep understanding of English language, literature and the history, culture and politics of English-speaking countries.
Generally speaking, students who choose this major are very interested in English literature and have unique feelings. From the perspective of application, it is difficult to apply for this major. I suggest you choose this major carefully.
Famous universities offering such courses include Oxford University, Cambridge University, Edinburgh University, UCL University, King's College London, York University and Newcastle University.
4. Business major
As a traditional advantage major, British business courses are the most popular and one of the courses with the largest number of applicants every year.
However, most schools in Britain do not restrict their undergraduate background to business administration courses. Therefore, every year, many non-business students apply for business courses out of personal interests, future employment needs or family needs.
Business courses include many majors, and English majors can choose majors with less background restrictions, such as management, international business, human resources, marketing, hotel management, tourism management, exhibition management and so on.
However, majors with high requirements for quantitative subjects, such as banking, financial mathematics, financial engineering, actuarial science, etc. It is not recommended to consider majors.
Many schools in Britain have obtained the "three certificates" of business schools, and there are also many schools and majors for students to choose from. The three business schools are Edinburgh University Business School, Manchester University Business School, Warwick University Business School, Durham University Business School, Birmingham University Business School, Glasgow University Business School, Cranfield University School of Management, Lancaster University School of Management and so on.
Second, the employment situation
English majors belong to foreign languages and literature in literature, including 55 foreign languages and literature majors. English majors rank 1 in foreign languages and literature, and 1 in the whole literature.
Among foreign language and literature majors, English, translation, Japanese, business English, Korean, Russian, German, French and Spanish have good employment prospects. English is the international common language, and many countries and regions designate English as the official communication language. English has become an important communication tool in international business negotiations and international business contract texts as well as in the work of foreign-funded enterprises or joint ventures.
The employment rate of English majors has been at the top of all majors 10. Even though the employment of college students is generally depressed in recent years, the employment rate of English majors in most colleges and universities remains above 90%, and the employment prospects are optimistic. With the further acceleration of China's economic development, the connection between China and the world will be strengthened, and English majors will continue to maintain good employment prospects for a long time.