Concentration in Professional Writing
as part of the Master of Arts in English at Southeastern
Professional Writing Program Overview
Aimed at fostering success in the modern workplace and the academic classroom, the Professional and Technical Writing Program gives its students an introduction to business communication, document design, web design, research strategies, audience analysis and other essential tools. The M.A. Concentration is highlighted by an internship that places the M.A. candidate in real-world situations. Both the M.A. Concentration and the Minor prepare students for success in further endeavors, whether it be in the workplace or a classroom.
Curriculum
Concentration with Thesis:
All students choosing the concentration with thesis must complete the following coursework:
| 1. | ENGL 548 | Advanced Professor and Technical Writing |
| 2. | ENGL 585 | Foundations in Publishing Studies and Professional Writing |
| 3. | ENGL 595 | Internship |
| 4. | ENGL 651 | Studies in Professional Writing |
| 5. | ENGL Elective | three hours as approved by the concentration coordinator |
| 6. | ENGL 770 | Thesis in Professional Writing (six hours) |
Students must also complete at least 18 hours of coursework in English at the 600 level. With the approval of the advisory committee, students may take a maximum of six graduate hours in a related field.
Thesis Information for Professional Writing Students
Concentration Without Thesis
All students choosing the concentration without thesis must complete the following
coursework:
| 1. | ENGL 548 | Advanced Professional and Technical Writing |
| 2. | ENGL 585 | Foundations in Publishing Studies and Professional Writing |
| 3. | ENGL 594 | Publishing in Digital Humanities |
| 4. | ENGL 595 | Internship |
| 5. | ENGL 651 | Studies in Professional Writing |
| 6. | ENGL Electives | six hours as approved by the concentration coordinator |
Students must also complete at least 21 hours of coursework in English at the 600 level. With the approval of the advisory committee, students may take a maximum of six graduate hours in a related field.
Faculty
Samuel Fuller, Ph.D., Clemson University
Associate Professor
Richard Louth, Ph.D., University of Virginia
Professor
Paul Sawyer, Ph.D., Illinois State University
Associate Professor and Concentration Coordinator
For further information, please contact:
Dr. Paul R. Sawyer
Coordinator of Professional Writing
Location:DVIC 361
Phone:985/549-5759
Email: psawyer@southeastern.edu
