AB in English in the Philippines

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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in English (ABE) is a four-year degree program that centers on the theoretical aspects and practical applications of the English language and literature. Its curriculum is designed to equip students with proper knowledge and skills for them to become articulate English speakers and achieve a high level of English proficiency; and apply it government and law, education, media, business, and the industry as an official language of the Philippines.

Recommended Senior High School Strand

Students who want to pursue a degree in English are encouraged to take the Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) strand under the Academic track. The curriculum focuses on human behavior, literature, education, politics, liberal arts, and society. The HUMSS strand will cover relevant topics that may be further discussed in their college lectures.

Subjects and Curriculum

Basic Communication Subjects
Preparatory English I & II
Business Communication
History of the English Language
Advanced English Grammar
The literature of the World
Children’s Literature
Phonology
Socio-linguistics
Research Writing
Technical Writing

Admission Requirements

Qualifications

The student must be a high school graduate.

However, if they were not able to graduate high school, they may opt to take the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and pass the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) to qualify for college; the availability of courses for PEPT passers depend on the university.

The students must pass the College Admissions Test of the university.

Basic Requirements

Form 138 - High School Report Card (Original and Photocopy)
Recommendation letter from High school principal and guidance counselor
Most recent medical and dental health record
Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate
Certificate of Good moral character
Copy of honorable dismissal
Copy of high school diploma
(1) Latest 2”x2” ID Picture

Program Outcome

Graduates of AB in English are expected to be able to:

Explain the English language system and development comprehensively
Fluently, accurately, and creatively communicate in English in a diverse social, cultural, academic, and professional settings
Facilitate learning of the English language
Effectively participate in oral communications where language systems may vary
Produce well-written texts for different academic and professional purposes

On-The-Job Training/Internship

During the fourth year of the program, students are required to attend an On the Job Training (OJT) in any educational institutions, government offices, publishing companies, and production companies.

Students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. Usually, universities require them to submit a written report on their tasks, learning experiences, and hours rendered. Their work performance will also be evaluated by their immediate managers and will be submitted to their respective OJT coordinator. The number of hours required may differ in each university.

Board Exam

The AB in English does not have a board examination. However, graduates may opt to take the Civil Service Examination (CSE) conducted by the Philippine Civil Service Commission (PCSC) to qualify in working in government offices. Some graduates opt to take a Master’s degree followed by a Doctorate degree to gain expertise in the industry.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of AB in English may pursue a career path in educational institutions, government offices, publishing companies, and production companies. They may apply as an English teacher, English tutor, language trainor, English translator, marketing communications specialist, public relations officer, and an academician.

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Reviews of AB in English graduates:

G. M.

◈ Studied AB in English
◈ At AMA Computer University - Quezon City
◈ Graduated 2008

About my college education: Well, AB English is all about the English language and it had help me up during my student years to improve my skills in speech and writing. It is a very good preparation for other English courses like literature and linguistics and even law courses. Its interesting because we humans are in the world of language, communicating is an essential thing.

My current job: Works at Sutherland Global Services as ( agent ), yes, certainly the job is related to education because what you do in the phone is communicate, I am in the international account in calls so you communicate in English observing the right grammar and clarity of speaking because you shall be able to bridge the right message with your client, that's your job, and be acquainted with the right ethics in communication.

How long did it take to find a job: After graduation, I had my job 3 weeks of applying. There was really job offers, it's just that, go and seek and assume, you'll gonna pass. Just be positive I mean.

Do I recommend studying English: Yes, I'm recommending it especially if you do love writing and speaking. A lot of jobs are there in the country with this course especially the BPOs so meaning after graduation, just apply and your an edge, you know how to interpret English.

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