Program Overview
The Professional Writing at Carnegie Mellon University is a MA programme in Humanities over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Professional Writing programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 39,140 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Writing programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Professional and Technical Writing
- Style
- Rhetorical Grammar
- Communication Design Fundamentals
- Document Design
- Organizational Communication
- Professional Seminar
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Statement of Interest: Up to 500 words that describe your reasons for pursuing graduate studies, your educational and professional objectives, and any other information that you believe will aid our admission decision. (Upload in PDF format)
- Resume or Curriculum Vita:A current outline of your education, research experience, work experience, publications, scholarships awarded, prizes and honors received, society memberships, and extracurricular activities. (Upload in PDF format)
- Letters of Recommendation: Three (3) letters, at least two of which should be from faculty or recent employers who can attest to the quality of your academic and professional abilities.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 39,140 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 39,140 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Carnegie Mellon University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, United States
Carnegie Mellon University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date February 2024
- Language English
- Duration 18 months