Writing Major The writing major prepares students for careers in writing-related fields, such as technical writing, publishing, social media consulting, and public relations, and/or for graduate school in rhetoric and composition, communication, creative writing, education, or law. Its curriculum comprises a combination of courses offered by both the English Department and the Communication Arts Department. Majors in the program can choose from one of six concentrations: Technical & professional writing Creative writing Media writing Rhetoric & composition Public relations A customized concentration created by the student in consultation with their advisor Three of these concentrations – technical & professional writing, media writing, and public relations – include an internship component The program culminates in a capstone course in which students compile a professional portfolio of pieces that can be shared with prospective employers. For a full list of courses for the writing major, visit the UAH Catalog. VIEW THE CATALOG Recent News UAH welcomes 21 new faculty members as 2025-26 academic year begins Aug 19 The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) welcomes 21 new faculty members to its ranks as the 2025-26 academic year begins with the … Upcoming Events Lowe Mill A&E Studio 1047 The multiuse studio hosts classes, speakers, events, and exhibitions. The studio space also hosts current students to be artists in residence, giving them a public space to create in and sell their artwork. Contact Us College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences For the Office of the Dean dean-ahs@uah.edu 256.824.6200 For Prospective Students cahs@uah.edu 256.824.6202 Follow Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences
UAH welcomes 21 new faculty members as 2025-26 academic year begins Aug 19 The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) welcomes 21 new faculty members to its ranks as the 2025-26 academic year begins with the …