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To prepare students for careers as professional writers, the Department of Writing, Linguistics and Creative Process focuses on the following objectives: Engaging students — through innovative and cutting-edge writing programs — in writing as a process of making form and meaning; Training professional writing students for work in business, publishing in all its facets, and teaching; Immersing students in the rich environment of professional writing activities and talent available in New York City and author-endowed Fairfield and Litchfield counties; Emphasizing writing as key to critical thinking; Highlighting the importance of linguistics and understanding the basic components of language and texts to professional writers; Assisting students with the development of style, voice and attunement to genre; Creating a community of writers at Western that fosters an awareness of the importance of writing across the curriculum.Students who earn degrees in Professional Writing will: Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills through writing for a variety of audiences, purposes, and situations; Demonstrate an extensive ability to identify, assess, and perform—in both academic and professional settings—the types of writing for the chosen area of focus, such as creative writing, professional writing, and journalism; Demonstrate a working ability to identify and perform types of writing outside of the specific area of focus; Produce a senior portfolio that demonstrates an increasing level of professionalism in writing in terms of choice of topic, application of style, and ability to produce error-free texts.
Program overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
To prepare students for careers as professional writers, the Department of Writing, Linguistics and Creative Process focuses on the following objectives: Engaging students — through innovative and cutting-edge writing programs — in writing as a process of making form and meaning; Training professional writing students for work in business, publishing in all its facets, and teaching; Immersing students in the rich environment of professional writing activities and talent available in New York City and author-endowed Fairfield and Litchfield counties; Emphasizing writing as key to critical thinking; Highlighting the importance of linguistics and understanding the basic components of language and texts to professional writers; Assisting students with the development of style, voice and attunement to genre; Creating a community of writers at Western that fosters an awareness of the importance of writing across the curriculum.Students who earn degrees in Professional Writing will: Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills through writing for a variety of audiences, purposes, and situations; Demonstrate an extensive ability to identify, assess, and perform—in both academic and professional settings—the types of writing for the chosen area of focus, such as creative writing, professional writing, and journalism; Demonstrate a working ability to identify and perform types of writing outside of the specific area of focus; Produce a senior portfolio that demonstrates an increasing level of professionalism in writing in terms of choice of topic, application of style, and ability to produce error-free texts.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Bachelor of Arts in Professional Writing
48 monthsProgram duration
Communication and Media StudiesMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Program overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Tuition fee and scholarships
Scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
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A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
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