The Professional and Technical Writing Emphasis at Shorelight Utah Tech University provides you with the essential skills to excel in diverse professional communication roles. You will explore the critical procedures and practices employed by professional writers and editors, covering areas such as grant writing, freelance content creation, interactive media development, and document design. This undergraduate program is ideal for students interested in the intersection of language, rhetoric, and effective communication, preparing you for impactful careers in technical, scientific, medical, legal, and business writing environments.
This Bachelor's Degree is studied full-time on campus over four years, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes foundational English courses like ENGL 1010 and ENGL 2010, alongside specialized subjects such as composition theory and visual rhetoric. You will engage with advanced topics through courses like ENGL 3180 and ENGL 4700, and have opportunities to select upper-division electives to tailor your studies. You will graduate with a strong portfolio and the analytical and writing expertise demanded by employers in technical communication, editing, and content strategy roles.