| Degree Requirements
The Professional Writing specialization
provides students with a background in the theories, methods, and
practical skills of the field so that they can pursue a variety
of careers in writing, publishing, and electronic media. The minimum
grade of C is required in all major and minor courses.
Goals and Objectives
The professional writing curriculum has the following
goals and objectives:
- Demonstrating an adequate understanding of the basic principles of written organizational communication and the application of these principles to real world situations.
- Demonstrating critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Presenting material both in written and visual formats.
| Core Courses - 9 Credit Hours |
| ENG 324 Major American Writers |
ENG 331 Major British Writers I
or
ENG 332 Major British Writers II |
| ENG 350 Theories of Rhetoric and Public Discourse |
| Co-requisite |
| CS 280 |
| 33 Credit Hours from the Following Courses |
| ENG 333 Into Fiction Writing |
| ENG 344 Professional Editing |
| ENG 362 Magazine Article |
| ENG 364 Multi Media Writing |
| ENG 374 Writing for the Internet |
| ENG 404 Persuasive Writing |
| ENG 406 Rhetorical Analysis |
| ENG 417 Copywriting |
| ENG 444 Business Writing |
| ENG 446 Screenwriting |
| ENG 447 Technical Writing |
| CS 325 Desktop Publishing |
| Internship 3-6 credits |
Students are encouraged
to take electives from among ADV, COM, CS, JOU, and PHO courses
depending upon their areas of interest.
English / Professional Writing Minor
A minor in Professional Writing requires
completion of 21 credit hours of professional writing courses which
must include either ENG 350 or ENG 406. |
