English, Professional and Technical Communication Concentration, M.A.
Program Overview
ENG-PTC - English, Professional and Technical Communication Concentration, M.A.
Program Overview
The Master of Arts degree program in the Department of English prepares graduates for success in any further graduate and professional education which might require superior analytical and communication skills. It prepares them for Ph.D. programs in English by increasing their knowledge of literary history and improving their skills in writing, literary analysis, and research. Graduates can become effective high-school or college-level teachers by improving their knowledge of writing pedagogy and theory. They will also be prepared for careers outside the academic world wherever superior analytical and communication skills and knowledge of literary and cultural traditions are essential.
Departmental Overview
The Department of English offers a Master of Arts degree program with a concentration in Professional and Technical Communication. This concentration was created for graduate students who are preparing for careers within the field of Professional and Technical Communication. Students will have opportunities to work with other disciplines (such as Engineering, Business, Nursing, and Law), both on campus and off campus, that require facility with technical writing and effective communication skills in business environments. Additionally, this concentration provides opportunities for students with various backgrounds who are seeking advanced skills in grant writing, technical writing, or other advanced Professional and Technical Communication proficiencies.
Program Structure
The Professional and Technical Communication concentration is comprised of three components: core courses, concentration courses, and a research component. The program is available only as Non-Thesis (30 hours).
- Core Course Requirements: 12 hours
- Concentration Course Requirements: 12 hours
- Non-Thesis Research Requirement: 6 hours
- Total Degree Requirements: 30 hours
College/School and Department
- College/School: Arts and Sciences
- Department(s): English
Program Long Title
English, Professional and Technical Communication Concentration, M.A.
Tennessee Tech University
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