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English
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Linguistics
emphasizes study of language.
Radio/television/film
emphasizes broadcast media.
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Are you a clear and concise writer? Do you have an eye for detail? Are you familiar with electronic publishing? You should pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in Professional and Technical Communication at the University of North Texas. We are the only university in the region to offer a degree in this field.
Professional and technical communication is a growing career field because of the expansion of scientific and technical information and the increasing presence of customer service and web-based product support networks. By earning a degree in this field, you can work as a(n):
You can also pursue a graduate degree in technical communication, law, administration or management.
Our curriculum provides you a broad liberal arts background and basic training in the principles of technical communication. This is reflected in the wide range of courses we offer.
A unique feature of the curriculum is the completion of a client-based classroom project. This allows you to collaborate professionally with customers and other colleagues. Past projects have included:
Among the Department of Linguistics and Technical Communication’s facilities is the Technical Communication Lab. Lab staff can help you learn word-processing and graphics applications required for technical and business documents. The Linguistics and Technical Communication Colloquium Series also provides you opportunities to meet top researchers in the field and gain new perspectives.
Our faculty members are outstanding teachers with diverse backgrounds. They have years of experience as writers, editors, creative directors and consultants for various companies and organizations. Many are also active participants in professional organizations such as the Society for Technical Communication and the Association of Teachers of Technical Writing.
Internship and job opportunities abound because of the university’s location. The Dallas-Fort Worth region employs the sixth most technical writers in the nation.
The department is a pioneer in its area because of the interdisciplinary approach to linguistics and technical communication. This enables you to immerse yourself in the study of language and understand its structure, use, design and application.
In addition to the university’s core curriculum, you will complete 36 semester hours of required courses and specialized electives. Courses focus on:
Our Career Center, Internships and Cooperative Education office, and professional academic advisors are among the many valuable resources that are available to you at UNT. The Career Center and the Internships and Cooperative Education office can provide advice about future employment opportunities as well as getting hands-on experience in your major. Academic advisors will help you plan your class schedule each semester.
We encourage you to fulfill the graduation requirements for the Texas Recommended or Distinguished Achievement Program or the equivalent in high school.
In your junior year, take the SAT or the ACT and have your scores sent to UNT.
In your senior year, apply for admission at www.applytexas.org by March 1 and request that your high school transcript be sent to the UNT admissions office.
Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses can count toward college credit at UNT. For details, visit .
If you’re attending a Texas community college, you should consult our Transfer Articulation web page, the UNT Undergraduate Catalog and an academic counselor/advisor to review your degree plan. Proper planning will help you receive the maximum amount of transfer credits.
Our Transfer Center will help you make a successful transition to college life at UNT by connecting you with a peer mentor and other campus resources. More than 3,500 students transfer to UNT each year. The center is in the University Union, Room 320. More information is at transition.unt.edu.