About the course

The department of English at Iowa State University offers a unique degree: a master’s in Rhetoric, Composition, and Professional Communication. The curriculum lies at the intersection of these fields—what some have called “writing studies”—but flexes to allow students to pursue a focus that suits their individual interests. The program strongly suits students who are interested in careers in industry as web designers, technical editors, grant writers, or social media specialists. But it also suits well those who want to teach writing at a community college. In addition, the RCPC degree provides a strong foundation for a doctoral degree. All students graduate as teacher-scholars who not only understand theory but who can also apply it. The MA in Rhetoric, Composition, and Professional Communication (RCPC) prepares students for careers in business, technical, and professional communication in the private and public sectors and for teaching writing and communication at the postsecondary level. It features a wide range of courses on the history, theory, and pedagogy of rhetoric and writing, in communication theory and professional document analysis, design, and production, and on a variety of special topics. An internship in professional communication is also available. The degree requires a minimum of 30 hours of graduate credits including a final thesis or creative component (3 credits). The English Department offers a PhD in Rhetoric and Professional Communication as well. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Ames
Fall (August), 2024	Ames
Spring (January), 2025	Ames
Fall (August), 2025	Ames
Spring (January), 2026	Ames

　　

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Entry requirements for Iowa State University

Academic Records, GPA, Statement of Purpose, Three Letters of Recommendation, Academic Records, GPA, Statement of Purpose, Letters of Recommendation. English Proficiency Minimum: Toefl Paper (PBT) - 600, Toefl Internet (iBT) - 100, Ielts - 7. R?sum?/Curriculum Vitae . All degree-seeking graduate students must have graduated with a bachelor?s or master?s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or from a recognized foreign institution where the requirements for the bachelor?s degree or its equivalent are similar to those at ISU. Full Admission status may be granted to an applicant who either has achieved a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or greater (on a 4.0 scale).

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 95.0

　　

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