The Bachelor of Arts in English: Professional and Public Writing at Auburn University is designed for students passionate about crafting clear, persuasive, and impactful communication across diverse professional and public contexts. In today's interconnected world, the ability to articulate complex ideas effectively is paramount, whether you are drafting technical documentation, developing marketing campaigns, or engaging in civic discourse. This undergraduate degree provides you with a robust foundation in rhetorical theory, document design, and the strategic application of writing principles, preparing you to address critical communication challenges.
You will engage in a comprehensive, full-time, on-campus curriculum over four years, beginning with foundational courses like Introduction to Professional Writing and culminating in a Capstone in Professional Writing. Throughout your studies, you will explore specialized areas such as technical writing, business writing, and public writing, often working with real-world communication problems. You will develop advanced skills in editing, document design, and rhetorical analysis, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree and the confidence to pursue careers in content creation, technical communication, marketing, policy analysis, and beyond.