About the Minor in Writing
Expand your communication skills with a minor in writing.
Students in all majors benefit when they can write clearly and effectively. The writing minor at PennWest California teaches you to compose written works with clarity and style.
Students in this 18-credit college writing program learn the processes for writing in various genres, such as:
- Business writing.
- Science and technical writing.
- Journalism.
- Creative writing.
- Scholarly writing.
This hybrid writing program includes on-campus and online courses. The minor in writing can be combined with any academic major at PennWest California.
Good writers have a competitive advantage.
Consider this: Most prospective employers form a first impression based on the writing in your cover letter and resume. Once you’re hired, written communication has a place in every occupation, especially as workers move into management roles.
Whether you’re building a future in business, technology, healthcare, science or the arts, the minor in writing at PennWest California can help you stand out and get ahead.
In the meantime, PennWest California’s writing minor gives you the tools you need to solve writing problems in your coursework – and the ability to approach college writing assignments with skill and confidence.