Professional Writing
The Professional Writing Concentration is designed to teach students to write in industry, government, technology, and scientific disciplines. Its courses emphasize:
- Writing and editing to achieve specific purposes and address specific audiences.
- Producing different types of documents, including instruction manuals, reports, and proposals.
- Using writing as a tool for learning.
In addition to the English Major requirements and electives, Professional Writing students must complete 12 hours within the concentration using the following guidelines:
- ENGL 3601 Technical and Professional Writing
- ENGL 3602 Professional Editing
- One course from:
- ENGL 4618 Document Design
- ENGL 4619 Web Design/Online Writing
- One course from:
- ENGL 3604 Persuasive Writing
- ENGL 4101-4109 Special Topics in English (only in Professional Writing)
- ENGL 4602 Advanced Composition
- ENGL 4606-4615 Topics in Advanced Technical Writing
- ENGL 4618 Document Design
- ENGL 4619 Web Design/Online Writing
See the Undergraduate Catalog - English (B.A.) for a complete list of degree requirements.
Professional Writing Coordinator:
901.678.2651