As the demand for English degrees declines, students increasingly gravitate toward STEM disciplines due to fears that English majors won't secure high-paying jobs. This article explores whether an English degree is dismissible beyond literature analysis and if technical skills truly dominate employer preferences. Through insights from students and recruitment managers, it clarifies that while technical expertise holds value, communication skills fostered through humanities studies remain crucial for professional success, challenging the notion that avoiding the humanities guarantees a lucrative career.
The perception that an English degree lacks the potential for lucrative careers is driving students towards STEM fields, neglecting the value of communication skills in the workforce.
In conversations with recruitment managers, the consensus emerged that while technical expertise is indeed essential, strong communication skills are equally critical for long-term career success.
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