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: [email protected]