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Writing, Certificate

Academic programs / Undergraduate minors and certificates / Writing

Expression, Professional Communication, Professional Writing, Science Writing

Writing well is essential for success in many careers. You'll choose courses and emphases that align with your interests and goals, and learn to write for multiple purposes, audiences and genres.
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In the writing certificate program offered by the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts, students write for specific purposes and consider how writing is used in careers.

In the core course, students cultivate visual and multimodal literacies, enabling them to respond to new writing situations with flexibility, creativity and resourcefulness. Students complete two electives in a focus area of their choice, such as professional writing, food and travel, science and the environment, mentoring writers, or another area of writing in support of their interests. An internship provides opportunities for students to gain practical, hands-on skills. For example, they might serve as writing mentors in the Writers' Studio or be involved with publishing a journal. Finally, in the program's capstone course, students assemble a portfolio of their best work, design and carry out a new applied project, and connect what they have learned in the program to potential careers.

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Requirement Minimum Grade Credit Hours
This certificate requires 15 credit hours. Students complete four upper-division writing courses (12 credit hours). At least three of the courses must be offered by the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts. In addition, students must complete a capstone course (three credit hours) at the end of their program. A grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better is required in all courses.
Core Requirements
ENG 446 Visual Narratives (HUAD)
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
ENG 484 Internship
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
Writing Focus Electives
Upper Division Writing Focus Electives
6 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 6
Suggested focus pairings are below. Students may work in consultation with their advisor to develop a two-course focus area in support of their professional or personal interests in writing.
Minimum Grade:
Capstone
ENG 498 Pro-Seminar
Students must complete at least three hours of ENG 498 Pro-Seminar at the end of their program. Students will work closely with faculty on their writing portfolio and applied project.
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
Notes
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.

Enrollment requirements ▲

A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
Career opportunities▲

Students and professionals can advance their career options with an undergraduate writing certificate. Graduates who have combined the certificate in writing with their major program of study may be more marketable to employers.
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