Writing, BFA
The chief goal of the Writing BFA Program is the creation of well-rounded writers. At the heart of the curriculum are the Writing Studios, through which students progress from elements of style and clarity of expression to more advanced narrative and poetic forms and specialized genres, culminating in the creation of a book-length work of prose, poetry, or experimental form. The practice of writing is reinforced by studies in literature, cultural studies, science and history; by explorations of other art forms; and by opportunities for professional development via internships and colloquia.
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| WR-101 | Writer's Studio I | 4 |
| WR-110 | Critical Thinking & Writing I | 3 |
| WR-120 | Writing Elements I: The Sentence | 3 |
| WR-130 | Community As Classroom | 3 |
| HMS-203A | World Literature Survey I | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| WR-102 | Writer's Studio II | 4 |
| WR-121 | Writing Elements II: Forms | 3 |
| HMS-203B | World Literature Survey II | 3 |
| Social Science "Thinking" Core | 3 | |
| Math/Science Core Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| WR-201 | Writer's Studio III | 4 |
| Practice/Inquiry Elective | 3 | |
| Social Science "Global" Core | 3 | |
| HMS Menu | 3 | |
| Art/Design Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| WR-202 | Writer's Studio IV | 4 |
| WR-220 | Critical Thinking and Writing II | 3 |
| Practice/Inquiry Elective | 3 | |
| Art/Design Elective | 3 | |
| HMS Menu | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| WR-301 | Writer's Studio V | 4 |
| WR-331 | Writer as Worker | 3 |
| Pratt Integrative Course | 3 | |
| Practice/Inquiry Elective | 3 | |
| HMS Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| WR-302 | Junior Intensive | 4 |
| Practice/Inquiry Elective | 3 | |
| Writing Lives Menu | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Post Core Elective (300/400 level) | 3 | |
| All Institute Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 7 | ||
| WR-420 | Senior Project I | 4 |
| Liberal Arts Post Core Elective (300/400 level) | 6 | |
| All Institute Elective | 6 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 8 | ||
| WR-421 | Senior Project II | 4 |
| Writing Lives Menu | 3 | |
| All Institute Elective | 6 | |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 125 | |