Master of Arts in English, Wri - Colorado State

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Degree

Masters

Major

Cultural Studies | English Literature | Speech and Rhetorical Studies

Area of study

Humanities

Course Language

English

About Program

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in English, Writing, Rhetoric, and Social Change Specialization focuses on the transformative power of writing and rhetoric to address social problems. Through a combination of theoretical and practical courses, students analyze societal forces shaping communication, create effective methods for social change, and prepare for careers in education, research, and social impact organizations.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Arts in English, Writing, Rhetoric, and Social Change Specialization is a program designed for students interested in exploring the transformative potential of writing and rhetoric. The program focuses on analyzing the social, cultural, economic, and historical forces that shape writing and rhetoric in both theory and practice. Students engage with diverse contexts for writing and develop methods for addressing shared social problems in classrooms and communities.

Objectives:

To develop a deep understanding of the theories and practices of writing and rhetoric.
To analyze the social, cultural, economic, and historical forces that shape writing and rhetoric.
To create and apply methods for addressing shared social problems in classrooms and communities.
To prepare students for careers in teaching, research, and social change.

Outline:

Plan A:

Required Courses:
E 501 Theories of Composition (3 credits)
E 600B Research Methods/Theory: Writing Studies (3 credits)
E 603 Critical Digital Rhetoric (3 credits)
E 633 Special Topics in Writing and Rhetoric (3 credits)
E 637 Histories of Writing and Rhetoric (3 credits)
E 692 Seminar in Writing, Rhetoric, & Social Change (12 credits - taken twice for a total of 2 credits)
E 699 Thesis (6 credits)
Elective Courses:
Select at least nine credits in Rhetoric/Composition/English or closely related fields developed in consultation with your advisor.
Program Total Credits: 32

Plan B:

Required Courses:
E 501 Theories of Composition (3 credits)
E 600B Research Methods/Theory: Writing Studies (3 credits)
E 603 Critical Digital Rhetoric (3 credits)
E 633 Special Topics in Writing and Rhetoric (3 credits)
E 637 Histories of Writing and Rhetoric (3 credits)
E 692 Seminar in Writing, Rhetoric, & Social Change (12 credits - taken twice for a total of 2 credits)
E 698 Research Project (2 credits)
Elective Courses:
Select at least fifteen credits in Rhetoric/Composition/English or closely related fields developed in consultation with your advisor.
Program Total Credits: 34

Careers:

Top tier rhetoric and composition Ph.D. programs
Careers in government, publishing, industry, and non-profit organizations focused on social change

Other:

Students in the program join a vibrant community of scholars.
Up to 9 credits may be taken in outside departments in consultation with your advisor.
Courses outside the department must be taken at the 300, 400, 500, or 600 level.
A maximum of 2 credits of E 695 (Independent Study) may count toward graduation.
Graduate students may register for any number of internship credits, but a total of only six credits of E 684A-E 684E and E 687A-E 687M (combined) will count toward graduation requirements.