New York University School of Professional Studies 20 courses 36 total credits
MS in Professional Writing students develop their creative abilities with a focus on dynamic careers across a range of industries and evolving fields. Our curriculum encourages students to leverage new technologies and AI tools while they confidently craft content that has measurable impact. Our master’s degree prepares graduates for full-time, part-time, and freelance writing careers in sectors that include: technology, education, finance, nonprofit/fundraising, marketing/advertising, government, medical/healthcare/wellness, science/environment/energy, and corporate communications. Fully online and 36 credits, the MS in Professional Writing pairs the convenience of learning from any location with the quality of an NYU graduate degree. Real-world assignments in core and elective courses allow students to build a comprehensive, digital writing portfolio before they graduate. Every class has multiple real-world assignments that could be included in a digital writing portfolio. Mirroring the increasingly digital, global, and collaborative work environment of today’s professional world, the MS in Professional Writing brings together faculty members, students, and guest lecturers as part of an interactive, online educational community. Our master’s degree in professional writing offers a weekly guided structure that keeps students on track through our flexible workshop-model curriculum.
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Additional Major Requirements
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PWRT1-GC 3900 | Portfolio/Thesis Requirement | 3 |
| PWRT1-GC 3905 or PWRT1-GC 3910 | Internship or Directed Study | 3 |
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