BA Writing and Digital Media at Pennsylvania State University

Programme overview

The major is intended to prepare students to write effectively in a variety of workplace and academic settings. Methods of instruction draw upon the strategies and techniques of practicing writers outside of the University, including workshops, peer conferencing, collaborative writing, portfolio preparation, and internships. At the same time, theory courses provide the necessary background to help students understand and appreciate the larger issues surrounding the writing and reading of texts.

Faculty: Penn State Berks | Duration: minimum 123 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 123 credits, including General Education and the requirements for the major. Required courses include Introduction to Multimedia Production, Principles of Journalism, Introduction to Digital Humanities, Introduction to Writing Studies, Introduction to Creative Nonfiction Writing, Writing for the Web.

Career pathways

The Writing and Digital Media degree provides an excellent academic foundation for students to hone their written communication skills. The flexible nature of the program allows graduates to enter a variety of career fields.

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Application information

Entry requirements

In order to be eligible for entrance to this major, a student must: attain at least a C (2.00) cumulative grade-point average for all courses taken at the University; and have at least third-semester classification . Read Senate Policy 37-30: Entrance to and Changes in Major Programs of Study

Undergraduate applications are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer entry; the application opens August 1 for Fall and Summer and June 1 for Spring.

Early Action: apply by November 1 to receive a decision by December 24. Recommended submission deadline for all applications: December 1. Applicants apply through the MyPennState application or the Common App. A nonrefundable application fee is paid by credit card; fee waivers are available to eligible students.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.psu.edu/apply/

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