The Writing Studies Track enables students to design a course of study in the theory and practice of writing in a variety of genres.
A student who completes the Writing Studies Track will be able to demonstrate skills in the analysis, construction, and presentation of texts; identify and apply productive, effective, and creative approaches to writing tasks for diverse audiences; and create a portfolio of writing for use in applying to graduate programs or for professional positions. The Writing Studies Track prepares students for any career that requires professional writing skills.
Track courses: 15 credits
Two Craft and Genre courses, chosen from the following:
- ENGL 220 Advanced Composition
- ENGL 221 Creative Writing
- ENGL 222 Technical Writing
- ENGL 325 Writing Poetry
- ENGL 326 Writing Fiction
- ENGL 327 Writing Creative Nonfiction
- ENGL 421 Digital Writing
One Forms and Theories course, chosen from the following:
- ENGL 308 Critical Theory
- ENGL 335 Literary Nonfiction
- ENGL 340 The Novel
- ENGL 341 Poetry
- ENGL 342 Short Fiction
Two Studio/Portfolio/Career Preparation courses, chosen from the following:
- ENGL 360 Editing and Publishing
- ENGL 420 Writers’ Studio
- ENGL 483 Honors Thesis
- ENGL 493 Internship
