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Master of Arts in Professional Writing
Program Information
The MA in Professional Writing is an online program for aspiring writers and editors. This 36-credit program enhances writing and publication skills, enables students to develop a comprehensive portfolio of work, and prepares students to write in both new and traditional media. Program begins Fall 2010.
About the curriculum
Program coursework integrates the theoretical foundations of rhetoric, communication and professional practice with continuous skill development. Each course asks students to apply their knowledge of skills and writing and editing to cutting-edge communication challenges. Students also gain an understanding of the various jobs in the field.
Courses (all courses are 4-credits)
Professional Writing and Rhetoric
Research Methods
Editing in the Professions
Writing for the Media and Public Relations
The New Media
Business and Technical Communication
Internship in Professional Writing
Portfolio in Professional Writing
Thesis in Professional Writing
Schedule for MA in Professional Writing--Next entry point Fall 10.
Course Descriptions MA in Professional Writing
Program information sheet MA in Professional Writing
Career Outcomes: The MA in Professional Writing supports a wide variety of career advancements in such fields as editing, publishing, public relations, advertising, communication management, technical writing, copywriting and web content management.
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Application Requirements: To apply, submit NEC Graduate School application, a current résumé, a personal statement, and 2 letters of reference. There is also a $35 application fee.
No GRE scores are required. Applications will be accepted
until the cohort is full.
For more information, contact:
Graduate Admissions
(603) 428-2252
Mark Watman, Program Director
mwatman@nec.edu
Graduate Admission Office
603.428.2252
New England College
School of Graduate & Professional Studies
98 Bridge Street,
Henniker NH 03242
603.428.2252
