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Media Writing

  • 15 Credits
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Media Writing

The Media Writing minor emphasizes crafting compelling narratives for digital, print, and broadcast platforms. Students develop versatile writing skills for journalism, screenwriting, and advertising.

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Expert Faculty

Our expert faculty integrate the latest tools and methods into coursework helping expand your knowledge and give you the skills you need for success in a fast-moving industry.
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Career Paths

The Media Studies minor hones the skills employers want in a fun and exploratory way. Students develop creative, professional, and other forms of writing; critical and creative thinking; self-expression; digital fluency and research skills.
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15 Credits

To obtain a minor students must complete 15 credits in Media Writing.

How A Minor Works With Your Major

This focused study of the subject will help you build on the skills you already have and enhance your degree. You'll be able to personalize your education to what you are most interested in and the goals you want to accomplish.  

A minor will allow you to add skills to your resume and helps you stand out from the crowd when looking for a job for applying to a graduate program. 

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Would you like to add a minor to your degree?

Make sure you reach out to the PACT team, they will help you declare a minor.

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Required Credits

Students must take 15 credits (5 courses) in the Communication & the Arts department. For the specific minor, they should create a specialization by taking these credits in Media Writing courses.

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This minor is open to any interested Mercy students

Explore majors that pair well with this minor: 

  • Communication Arts
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