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| Credits Required |
141
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15 - 18
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Face To Face
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| Location |
Undergraduate students in this major study at the Grand Valley Allendale
Campus. 
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Students may complete courses for this program in-seat or a combination of in-seat and online at Grand Valley's Allendale Campus.
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| Coursework |
English majors choose from a wealth of courses, tailoring the degree to fit their interests. Examples include:
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The certificate in sustainable food systems may be pursued independently or concurrently with any undergraduate degree or major at GVSU. To earn the certificate, students complete five classes - 15 to 18 total credits - from a list of required and elective courses. The sustainable food systems curriculum covers:
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| Career Options |
Because English emphasizes critical thinking, interpretation, research, and writing, it is an excellent foundation for professional careers and graduate programs, including:
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The sustainable food systems certificate is a valuable credential to apply in a variety of careers, such as:
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| Skills Employers Want |
The B.A. in English at GVSU will develop the skills you need to land the job you want. Whether the skills are advanced or general, you will build a resume of qualifications that are sure to attract employers. The following skills correlate with those pulled from actual job postings.
Source: EMSI, 2020
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