B.A. in Professional and Technical Communication

Entry Requirements for Undergraduate programs

Application Fees : US$ 85

1. Academic Qualifications: Prospective undergraduate students are required to have a minimum academic achievement of 75% or above in their previous educational qualifications.

2. English Language Proficiency:  

   • IELTS Overall: A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS.
   • TOEFL iBT Overall: A minimum overall score of 79 on the TOEFL iBT.
   • PTE Overall: A minimum overall score of 53 on the PTE Academic.
   • DET Score: A minimum score of 100 on the Duolingo English Test.

Score reporting is required.

The University of North Texas (UNT) offers a variety of scholarships to support international students in pursuing their education in the United States. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic achievement, leadership potential, and contributions to the UNT community. 

1. International Excellence Scholarship: This merit-based scholarship is awarded to new undergraduate and graduate international students. The scholarship amount varies and can significantly offset tuition costs.

2. International Education Scholarship: This scholarship is available for undergraduate and graduate students. It is awarded based on academic achievement, financial need, and contributions to international education on campus.

3. International Transfer Scholarship: International transfer students can apply for this scholarship, which is based on their academic performance at their previous institution. It helps ease the financial burden of transferring to UNT.

4. International Student Emergency Fund: UNT provides this fund to assist international students facing unexpected financial emergencies or hardships.

5. Cultural Scholarships: UNT offers cultural scholarships that recognize and celebrate students' cultural and ethnic backgrounds. These scholarships support diversity and promote cultural awareness on campus.

6. Graduate Assistantships: Many graduate programs at UNT offer assistantship opportunities that include a stipend and tuition benefits. These positions allow international graduate students to gain valuable research or teaching experience while pursuing their degrees.

7. Departmental Scholarships: Some academic departments and colleges within UNT may offer scholarships specific to students in their programs. These scholarships often consider academic achievement and area of study.

8. Athletic Scholarships: UNT offers athletic scholarships to student-athletes who excel in various sports. These scholarships are based on athletic performance and can cover tuition and related expenses.

9. External Scholarships: International students can explore external scholarship opportunities from organizations, governments, and foundations outside of UNT. The International Student Office can provide guidance on finding these scholarships.

10. Private Scholarships: Some private organizations and donors provide scholarships to international students. These scholarships may have specific eligibility criteria and application processes.

It's important to note that scholarship availability and eligibility criteria can change from year to year.

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Professional and Technical Communication program at the University of North Texas (UNT) prepares students for a wide range of rewarding career opportunities in various industries. Graduates of this program possess strong communication, writing, and digital media skills, making them well-suited for roles in technical writing, corporate communication, digital media production, user experience design, and more.  

1. Technical Writer/Documentation Specialist: Graduates can pursue careers as technical writers or documentation specialists, where they create user manuals, instructional guides, online help systems, and other technical documentation for software, hardware, and other products. They work closely with engineers, developers, and subject matter experts to translate complex technical information into clear and concise documentation for end-users.

2. Corporate Communication Specialist: Graduates can work in corporate communication roles, where they develop internal and external communication materials for businesses and organizations. They may create newsletters, press releases, executive speeches, and marketing materials to communicate key messages to employees, customers, shareholders, and the public. They also help maintain the company's brand identity and ensure consistency in communication across various channels.

3. Digital Content Creator/Content Strategist: With their skills in digital media production and content creation, graduates can pursue careers as digital content creators or content strategists. They may produce multimedia content for websites, social media platforms, blogs, and other digital channels, using a combination of text, images, videos, and interactive elements to engage audiences and drive traffic. They also develop content strategies to align with business goals and target audience needs.

4. User Experience (UX) Designer: Graduates with a background in user experience (UX) design can work as UX designers, where they focus on improving the usability and user experience of digital products and services. They conduct user research, create wireframes and prototypes, and collaborate with designers and developers to design intuitive and user-friendly interfaces for websites, mobile apps, and software applications. They also conduct usability testing to gather feedback and make iterative improvements.

5. Instructional Designer/E-Learning Developer: Graduates can pursue careers in instructional design or e-learning development, where they design and develop educational materials and online courses for academic institutions, corporate training programs, and e-learning platforms. They use their expertise in communication theory and multimedia production to create engaging and effective learning experiences for students and learners.

6. Public Relations Specialist: Graduates may work as public relations specialists, where they develop and execute strategic communication campaigns to build and maintain positive relationships with the public, media, and other stakeholders. They may write press releases, pitch stories to journalists, coordinate events, and manage social media accounts to promote their clients' or organizations' interests and manage their reputation.