A degree in English helps Tech Writing ?

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Yes. A Master's degree in English Literature is a must.
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Language skills are mandatory; not a degree in English.
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Only english in degree wont

Only english in degree wont help in Tech Writing

English is Primary Language

English is primary language, so communication is necessary not degree.

Only English Degree

Hi,

A Degree in English doesn't qualify anyone to be a Technical Writer. In fact, any decent degree will suffice if you have a good grasp of the 'English' language.

What I like about this profession is that we are a mixture of various educational backgrounds. However, the goal remains the same -- "to produce quality documentation".:)

Language skills are mandatory; not a degree in English.

Degree assures you that a degree holder has earned the quality in the considered field. Creativity needs interest and a burning desire to get the break through within the task ever faced before.
Degree provides you a discipline that makes your path comparatively smoother. It is a kind of techniques that keep you away from certain types of mistakes. So, its like a routine following. It is not an ultimate substitute of creativity and invention.

Its the taste for the language, a degree in English adds to it

Language skills are something which is inside you,maybe comes along with you, but along with that if you have a degree or a post graduation in the language it will definitely boost up your confidence and your taste.
I know many highly qualified professionals in other fields, who have very poor quality of English Language.Not meant to hurt anyone.

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