Students in the writing minor integrate theory with writing practice. Courses on writing for social media, writing in global contexts, and writing in a variety of creative genres provide students with opportunities to explore writing in diverse contexts.
Complete all courses listed below unless otherwise indicated. Three of the four total classes must be taken at Northeastern.
Writing Theories and Methods
Code | Title | Hours |
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Complete one of the following: | 4 | |
Introduction to Rhetoric | ||
Introduction to Research on Writing | ||
Rhetoric of Law | ||
The Practice and Theory of Teaching Writing | ||
African American Rhetorical Traditions |
Writing Electives
Code | Title | Hours |
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Complete three of the following not used to fulfill another requirement: | 12 | |
Grammar: The Architecture of English | ||
Introduction to Rhetoric | ||
Introduction to Research on Writing | ||
Reading and Writing in the Digital Age | ||
The Graphic Novel | ||
Travel and Place-Based Writing | ||
Creative Writing | ||
Style and Editing | ||
Writing and Community Engagement | ||
Writing in Global Contexts | ||
Writing to Heal | ||
Rhetoric of Law | ||
Technologies of Text | ||
Writing Boston | ||
Creative Nonfiction | ||
Poetry Workshop | ||
Fiction Workshop | ||
Writing Seminar | ||
The Practice and Theory of Teaching Writing | ||
The Writer’s Marketplace |
GPA Requirement
2.000 GPA required in the minor