English, MA

Publishing Studies

Concentration

The Master’s in English with a Concentration in Publishing Studies offers students practical and theoretical training in the production, editing, and distribution of written content across print and digital platforms. This concentration emphasizes editorial practices, publishing technologies, and the business of publishing, preparing students for careers in book and magazine publishing, digital media, content management, and related industries. As part of a flexible graduate program, the Publishing Studies concentration provides hands-on experience with industry tools and processes, along with mentorship from faculty with professional expertise. Graduates pursue careers in editing, production, marketing, and literary agency work across a variety of publishing environments.

Location

On Campus

Required Semester Hours

36

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Program Highlights

Program Requirements

  • Non-Thesis Option: thirty-six (36) hours of English in an individually-designed curriculum, maximum of six (6) graduate hours in a related field, One Theory and Methods Course, At least twenty-one (21) hours of course work at the 6000-level
  • Thesis Option: thirty-six (36) graduate hours of English, including six (6) hours of graduate credit from ENGL 7700, maximum of six (6) graduate hours in a related field, One Theory and Methods Course, At least eighteen (18) hours of course work at the 6000-level
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What Can You Be?

Types of Jobs

  • Assistant Editor / Editor
  • Copy Editor / Proofreader

Types of Employers

  • Literary Magazines and Journals
  • Publishers

Contact Us

Student Union, 2204

SLU Box 10861
Hammond, LA 70402

(985) 549-2100

dhanson​@southeastern.edu

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