BSc. Public Writing and Rhetoric

Bachelors Degree 4 Years On-Campus United States
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About This Programme

The Public Writing and Rhetoric (PWR) program gives students extensive, hands-on experience learning to write for a variety of public and professional audiences. Working with faculty who research and teach courses on technical writing, video games, community and public rhetorics, digital reading practices, podcasting, collaborative writing, and user experience design, students in the program become dynamic, rhetorically adaptable writers prepared to navigate a wide range of audiences, genres, and platforms. In a world where employers put a premium on flexible, well-developed writing skills, PWR majors and minors graduate with both in-demand professional skills and the ability to make a difference with their writing.

Career Path

A degree in Public Writing and Rhetoric has opportunities for success in a constantly changing job market. An emphasis on clear and logical communications prepares students for a wide range of opportunities. Content Designer, Content Strategist, Copywriter, Copyeditor, Documentation Specialist, Front End Developer, Grant Writer, Information Developer, Medical Writer, Professional Writer, Publication Specialist, Social Media Manager, Technical Editor.

Eligibility Requirements
Post Study Work Visa
Post Study Work Visa availability - YES
Admission Requirements
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Middle Tennessee State University below
1. WASSCE/A level Certificate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Middle Tennessee State University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Programme Details
Bachelors Degree Level
4 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
United States Country
Intakes
January, 2026
January, 2025 → October, 2025
Closed
September, 2026
May, 2025 → June, 2026
Open
January, 2027
January, 2026 → October, 2026
Open
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