English

Study English at TSC

At Texas Southmost College, we offer a diverse range of English courses designed to enhance your communication skills, critical thinking, and literary appreciation. Our curriculum includes foundational courses in composition, creative writing, and literature, as well as specialized classes in technical and business writing. Whether you’re looking to improve your writing for academic purposes, explore creative expression, or develop your analytical skills through literary studies, our English courses provide supportive and engaging environments for students at all levels. 

In addition to our foundational courses, Texas Southmost College offers a rich selection of literature courses that explore British, American, World, and Mexican American literature, as well as specialized writing courses such as Business and Technical Writing and Creative Writing. Our curriculum includes special topics that engage with diverse interests, such as popular short stories, comics and graphic novels, and the literature of the horror genre. This variety reflects our commitment to promoting and valuing the expressions of different cultures, allowing students to choose courses that align with their personal interests and transfer needs. Through these offerings, students not only deepen their literary appreciation but also gain insights into the diverse narratives that shape our world. 

A strong foundation in English opens doors to a variety of rewarding career paths. Graduates can pursue careers in fields such as education, journalism, publishing, public relations, and marketing, where effective communication is key. Additionally, skills developed in our English courses, such as critical analysis and persuasive writing, are highly valued in professions like law, business, and healthcare. By choosing to study English at Texas Southmost College, you equip yourself with the tools necessary to succeed in an ever-evolving job market. 

Associate of General Studies – Humanities Track 

Interested in a career in the field of writing or English education, or considering transferring to a four-year institution to pursue a Bachelor of English? Enroll in Texas Southmost College’s Associate of General Studies program on the “Humanities Track,” a specialized concentration providing students a strong foundation in the humanities and liberal arts, with options to specialize in English course work, taking exciting courses such as Creative Writing, World Literature, or Business and Technical Writing.   

Review the General Studies Humanities Track

Skills and Knowledge You Will Gain 

• Advanced Written Communication Skills 

• Critical Thinking and Analytical Reasoning 

• Research Experience 

• Collaboration and Project Management
   

 Career Opportunities 

• Medical or Technical Writer 

• Editor 

• Novelist, Poet, or Essayist 

• Communications Manager 

• English Educator 

Featured Courses 

ENGL 1301: Composition I (Criminal Justice) (link to course catalog: https://selfservice.tsc.edu/Student/Student/Courses/Search?keyword=ENGL-1301) 

For students pursuing their Associate of Arts or Applied Science in Criminal Justice, the Communication and Language Department is excited to offer a Composition I course tailored specifically to the demands of careers in the justice and law enforcement fields. Students learn how to write incident narratives, review case reports, properly format documents, and address controversial issues currently affecting justice and criminal law in the U.S. 

ENGL 1302: Composition II (Global Views) (link to course catalog: https://selfservice.tsc.edu/Student/Student/Courses/Search?keyword=ENGL-1302) 

In this course, students will strengthen their academic writing and research skills while examining major global issues like climate, energy, and the environment. Through a thematic focus, students will compose a variety of essays that address real-world challenges. The course includes required site visits to local historic landmarks and research centers, providing opportunities to connect classroom learning to real-world situations. 

*Concurrent enrollment in GOVT 2305: Federal Government (Global Views) is required. 

ENGL 2341: Forms of Literature (Comics/Manga) (link to course catalog: https://selfservice.tsc.edu/Student/Student/Courses/Search?keyword=ENGL-2341) 

Do you love comics, manga, or graphic novels? Come study visual narratives in TSC’s Forms of Literature – Comics and Manga course. This class features various genres of comics, from superhero classics like Spider-Man and Hawkeye, to award-winning graphical novels, to Eastern comics like My Hero Academia, and examines how comics can be studied as a serious form of literature.