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Associate of English Literature and Writing

Peralta Community College District - Berkeley City College

Berkeley, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Associate

About the program

Associate in Arts in English Literature/Writing at Berkeley City College.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Graduates are expected to explain core concepts in English Literature/Writing
Apply appropriate methods to practical problems
Communicate findings clearly
And use discipline-relevant tools responsibly.

Career outcomes

Communications Officer
Content Specialist
Creative Practitioner
Project Coordinator
Media Specialist

Curriculum

Associate degree of 60 semester units: a set of in the major plus general education and electives. Main courses include Academic Reading and Writing
Introduction to Dramatic Literature
Contemporary Queer Literature
Masterpieces of World Literature
Multicultural American Literature
Shakespeare.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school or secondary school completion (diploma and transcripts
College transcripts if any)
Essay of 500 words minimum
Immunisation history and tuberculosis status
Unexpired passport
Bank statement of 25
970 USD (F-1).

Accepted academic background

High school or secondary school completion (diploma and transcripts, College/university transcripts if any), Essay of 500 words minimum, Immunisation history and tuberculosis status, Unexpired passport, Bank statement of 25,970 USD (F-1).

Language tests

TOEFL iBT IELTS 6.4
IELTS TOEFL iBT 67
Duolingo 89

Documents you’ll need

Passport identification
Academic transcripts
Academic certificates
English proficiency evidence where required
Program-specific supporting documents.

How to apply

Visit the official website. Review the admission requirements for Associate of English Literature/Writing. Complete the application form. Submit academic transcripts
Passport identification
English proficiency evidence where required
supporting documents. Pay the application fee. Submit financial evidence if required for international admission. Wait for the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$13,570 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	$250 USD

Program details

Campus	Berkeley City College (main campus)
Faculty or school	Languages, Stories, And Ideas
Department	English Literature/Writing
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Peralta Community College District - Berkeley City College (BCC) scholarships or awards may be available to eligible students, Subject to published criteria.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
Closes today
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
212 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.