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Writing Minor

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Stand Out in Any Field with a Writing Minor

Effective writing skills are essential for achieving professional success across all industries. The Writing Minor offers non-English majors a unique opportunity to enhance their credentials and improve their marketable skills by expanding their writing experience and compiling a diverse portfolio of completed work. Students pursuing this minor can select any six writing courses to fulfill the credit requirements and may also gain valuable experience through a writing internship. To earn a Writing Minor, students must complete a total of 18 credits, with at least 12 of those credits obtained from the English department. For transfer students, a minimum of 9 credits must be taken at Westfield, including 6 credits at the 0300 level. Through this program, students can cultivate their writing abilities and better prepare themselves for the professional world.

Program Highlights

  • Required courses - 18 credits
  • Enhance your resume with a Writing Minor that complements your major
  • Choose from a variety of writing courses, including creative writing, professional writing, and rhetoric
  • Gain practical skills through internships that provide real-world writing experience

Course Requirements

Program Description

Strong writers have better professional success regardless of the field. The Writing Minor provides non-English majors a chance to enhance their credentials and marketable skills by deepening their writing experience and developing a large selection of completed work to create a dossier. Writing Minors select any six writing courses to earn the required credit, and are eligible to gain experience through a writing internship as well.

Minors in English

Transfer students must complete 9 credits at Westfield, with 6 credits taken at the 0300 level.

Requirements for the Writing Minor - 18 Credits

Writing students take any combination of 18 credits from the following lists. At least 12 credits must be taken within the English department.

Creative Writing:

 

Professional Writing:

 

Rhetoric and Writing

 

What Can You Do with a Writing Minor?

A Writing Minor can open up a variety of career paths and opportunities. Here are some options:

  • Content Writer
  • Communications Specialist
  • Copywriter
  • Creative Writer
  • Editor
  • Grant Writer
  • Journalist
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Technical Writer
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Engaged Faculty and Collaborative Learning

Our dedicated faculty prioritize teaching and are deeply committed to fostering a supportive learning environment. As accomplished scholars and published authors, they actively engage in their fields, sharing their research. This involvement enhances course content and keeps it current and relevant.

With small class sizes of 15 to 25 students, you’ll receive personalized attention and mentorship from your instructors. These settings also provide ample opportunities for networking and collaboration with both faculty and fellow students, creating a vibrant academic community.

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Writing Minor