The Master of Science in Professional and Technical Communication (MSPTC) prepares students for careers in the rapidly growing field of technical communication. This degree enables students to acquire an understanding of information technologies and to approach communication issues with new problem-solving skills. Familiarity and technical proficiency with many different media tools and services will also be gained. Professional experts will provide strong theoretical foundations within a practical framework. The MSPTC is entirely and only available online (in distance learning format).

The program is intended for students and communication professionals who want to develop abilities in

  • Social media
  • User-centered design
  • Usability testing and knowledge management
  • Advanced communication theory and research methods
  • Technical editing
  • Writing and speaking in teams, in a wide range of professional environments