BS in Technical Writing & Communication

If you are exploring or planning to transfer to CLA, learning more about your intended major is important.   

Click on the ” Full Requirements” button above to see all of the major requirements, and any limits or restrictions on certain kinds of courses or credits. Every major has a requirement of a minimum number of upper level credits or courses that must be taken through their department. Some departments also have limits to the number of 1xxx or 2xxx level courses that can count towards major requirements.

Courses to Prepare for the Major

To explore your interest and prepare for the Technical Writing & Communication (TWC) major, the department recommends students take a few 1xxx-2xxx level courses in English, Communication, or Composition. These courses serve as essential preparation, although they generally do not count towards specific major requirements. Strong writing skills and an interest in writing and communication are very important for the TWC major.

WRIT 1001 Introduction to Technical Writing and Communication is a required major course, which cannot be satisfied with a transfer course. However, approved 1xxx-2xxx level transfer courses can apply towards a sub-plan. A course must be reviewed by the departmental advisor for final approval in the TWC major.

A grade of C- or better is required in all courses approved to satisfy major requirements.

Transferring Courses and Credits

Use Transferology to help you plan your courses for the major. Remember, when using Transferology, look for courses that transfer as direct equivalents to UMTC major courses.

Check Transferology to see if an evaluation already exists for courses you would like to use towards the major. If you find a course that has not been evaluated, you can submit an evaluation request to find out if your course is equivalent to a specific UMTC course. A copy of the course syllabus is required for the evaluation.

Declaring the Major

Transfer students must apply and be admitted to the College of Liberal Arts in order to declare a major. Check out the information on the Technical Writing and Communication declaration process on the Declare page.

Who Can Help as You Plan Your Transfer

• CLA Transfer Advising - CLA Transfer Advisors are ready to assist you as you plan your transfer to CLA. The Transfer to CLA website provides additional information to help you in your transfer exploration and planning.  
• Technical Writing and Communication Department Advising - The departmental advisor can answer questions that are specific to the major.
• Office of Admissions - Requirements for admission to CLA are not the same as the requirements to declare a major. Read through the CLA Transfer Admissions requirements to learn more, and contact the Office of Admissions with any questions.

          If you are a current UMTC student or a UM-Rochester student, you will use the 
          Change of College application process.