About the course

The Graduate Certificate in Technical Communication is designed for graduate students and industry professionals seeking a foundation in the theory and practice of Technical Communication. This foundation provides students with the kinds of competencies expected from technical communication professionals, including writing, editing, design, and software applications.

　　The Technical Communication Certificate is designed for the following students:

　　Part- and full-time UNO students pursuing graduate degrees, who are seeking a cognate area outside, but relevant to, their primary program of study,Industry professionals seeking to develop the knowledge and skills for a career in Technical Communication

　　Business or technical professionals seeking to enhance their employment opportunities through a professional development program Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Omaha
Summer (May), 2024	Omaha
Fall (August), 2024	Omaha
Spring (January), 2025	Omaha
Summer (May), 2025	Omaha
Fall (August), 2025	Omaha
Spring (January), 2026	Omaha
Summer (May), 2026	Omaha

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Nebraska - Omaha

Admission to the graduate certificate program requires a bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA, a major or a minor (or at least 15 undergraduate credits) in communication (studies), journalism, media, or a related area, plus one 3 credit course in research methods or statistics.

　　English Language Proficiency: Applicants are required to have a command of oral and written English. Those who do not hold a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from the United States, OR a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from a predetermined country on the waiver list, must meet the minimum language proficiency score requirement in order to be considered for admission.

　　Paper-based TOEFL: 550, Internet-based TOEFL: 80, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 53, Duolingo: 105

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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