Bachelor of Arts, Major in English with Concentration in Professional and Technical Writing

San Jose State University

USA,California

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 18,490/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70

Application Fee

Aug 2025

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USA, California

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1857

Total Students: 36,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1 Washington Sq, San Jose, CA 95192, United States

Bachelor of Arts, Major in English with Concentration in Professional and Technical Writing

Program Overview

The Bay Area needs well-trained technical writers and editors. The high-tech companies of Silicon Valley require people who are able to write quality manuals, reports, and web updates; write clear business reports and promotional materials; communicate effectively both with consumers and within the company; and understand each step of the publication process.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that demand for technical writers will continue to increase for the foreseeable future, especially in regions of the country like ours. Download more information about the demand for technical writers. [pdf]

So what is Professional and Technical Writing (PTW)? Simply put, PTW is writing done in a workplace environment designed to persuade, inform, or instruct. While “professional” generally applies to business writing and “technical” generally applies to writing about technical topics, most professional writers would find the distinction superficial because they are frequently required to do both.

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Bachelor of Arts, Major in English with ...

 Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
 Duration: 48 months
 Tuition Fee: CAD 18,490

 Application Fee: CAD 70

English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO 

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