English: Writing Specialization

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The specialization combines a liberal arts background in literature with specialized writing courses in creative writing (fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, screenwriting), business writing, professional writing, scientific and technical writing, editing, and publishing. Students in this specialization are expected to complete ENG 301 and ENG 303 prior to enrolling in other upper-division major requirements.

Required Courses

ENG 263 - Introduction to Creative Writing Credits: (5)
ENG 301 - Introduction to Professional Writing Credits: (5)
ENG 302 - Poetry and Poetics Credits: (5)
ENG 303 - Principles of English Studies Credits: (5)
ENG 320 - English Grammar Credits: (5)
ENG 323 - Writing and Editing for Publication Credits: (5)
ENG 489 - Senior Colloquium Credits: (2)

Approved Writing Electives - Credits: 27

Select 27 credits from a combination of creative writing, professional writing and editing, and practicum courses, at least 2 credits must be practicum credits. At least one 400-level elective class is required.

Literature, Linguistics, and Film Studies Courses - Credits: 15

Select 15 credits of literature, linguistics, and film studies courses at or above the 300-level. No more than 5 credits of film studies may be counted as elective credits in the Writing Specialization.

English: Writing Specialization

Required Courses

Approved Writing Electives - Credits: 27

Creative Writing Courses:

Practicum Courses:

Professional Writing and Editing Courses:

Literature, Linguistics, and Film Studies Courses - Credits: 15

Total Credits: 74