M.A. in Writing

Program Overview

Rowan University's MA in Writing program fosters students' writing skills through exposure to diverse genres. The curriculum allows for specialization or exploration of writing studies, publishing, and pedagogy. Graduates can pursue careers in creative writing, editing, publishing, or further their education.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Arts in Writing (MA in Writing) at Rowan University encourages students to explore the principles of craft and the practices of writing. Central to the program's approach is the belief that students benefit from exposure to and experimentation with multiple genres. The MA in Writing curriculum allows students to focus on a central area of interest or create a diverse course of study exploring the intersections between creative writing, publishing and editing, writing studies, and writing pedagogy. Graduates of the program can pursue careers in creative writing, editing, publishing, writing-related fields, or further their education through advanced graduate work.

Outline:

The MA in Writing program consists of 10 courses totaling 30 graduate semester hours (s.h.). The program can be completed in four consecutive semesters.

Required Courses:

• Core I: Theories and Techniques for Writers (3 s.h.)
• Core II: Research Methods for Writers (3 s.h.)
• Seminar I (3 s.h.)
• Seminar II (3 s.h.)

Additional Information:

• The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change.

Careers:

Graduates of the MA in Writing program can expand their career paths in various creative industries, including creative writing, editing, publishing, integrated marketing communications, and new media.