Why Minor in English at Auburn University?
In a professional world that places increasing emphasis on superior communication skills, the Minor in English represents the perfect option for students who enjoy English and are committed to another major. Our diverse range of course offerings in creative writing, linguistics, rhetoric, literature, and technical & professional communication will help you become a better writer, reader, and thinker. English makes the perfect complement to whatever major you have. Once completed, “Minor: English” appears on your transcript. You can return to Auburn to pursue a minor even after you have graduated.
The Minor in Technical and Professional Communication (EPTC) is designed for students who are majoring in programs other than English who want to prepare for careers as technical communicators (writers, editors, publication analysts, information designers, etc.) or for careers in which communication skills are essential. This Minor is an excellent complement to programs in agriculture, business, engineering, forestry, human sciences, physical and natural sciences, and other majors.
Basic facts:
English Minor: The only requirement for the English Minor is 15 credit hours in English with a minimum of 9 credits at the 3000-level or higher. Because there are no required courses in the English Minor, the courses you choose are up to you.
University core requirements (Freshman Composition and World Literature, formerly known as Great Books) do not count for the minor, however, nor can English courses required by your major.
You do not need to have taken World Literature (formerly known as Great Books); for most upper-division English courses, the principal prerequisite is ENGL 1120 or 1127. Some upper-division English courses, though, do require junior standing or other specific prerequisites; check the Undergraduate and Graduate Bulletin for details.
Minor in Technical and Professional Communication: For the Minor in Technical and Professional Communication, 5 courses (15 credit hours) are required. These courses are
- ENGL 3040 Technical Writing (3 hrs) or ENGL 3080 Business Writing (3 hrs)
- ENGL 5000 Technical and Professional Editing (3 hrs)
- ENGL 5010 Document Design in Technical and Professional Communication (3 hrs)
- ENGL 5030 Topics in Technical and Professional Communication (3 hrs)
- Any 3-hr English course, 3000-level and above
To sign up for a Minor, you need to fill out a form:
This form will list the classes in English you are applying to the minor.
If you have a major in the College of Liberal Arts, you can pick up a form in the CLA Student Services Office (2238 Haley Center).
If you have a major outside the College of Liberal Arts, you can pick up a form from Dr. Jon Bolton, Coordinator of Undergraduate Studies.
Completed forms for the English Minor or ETPC must be signed by Dr. Jon Bolton and the dean of your college.
Contact Information:
Dr. Jon Bolton, Coordinator of Undergraduate Studies
8058 Haley Center
(334) 844-9015
boltojw@auburn.edu
For more information about the Minor in Technical and Professional Communication, contact Dr. Jon Bolton, or
Dr. Joyce Rothschild, Coordinator of Technical and Professional Communication
8004 Haley Center
(334) 844-3137
rothsjm@auburn.edu