Technical Communication and Information Design (TCID), BA

Program Delivery
On Campus, Online, Hybrid
Total Credits
120 Credits

About the Program

The B.A. in Technical Communication & Information Design (TCID) emphasizes the intersection of people and technology. One of the few stand-alone technical communication departments in the country, the curriculum prepares students for careers in high-demand fields such as technical writing, content management, information design, web creation, and more.

Focus of Study

  • Technical Writing & Editing
  • User Experience Research & Design
  • Content & Project Management
  • Technological Adaptability
  • Iterative Multimedia Design
  • Collaboration with people of diverse backgrounds

Degree Requirements

The Bachelor of Arts in TCID includes 36 hours of degree requirements in addition to the general education requirements. In addition to core program instruction, students must obtain nine hours of instruction within their chosen specialization track.

Specialization Track Options

TCID students specialize in one or more of the following concentrations:

  • Business Administration
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Data Visualization
  • Design and Media
  • Nonprofit and Organizational Writing
  • Programming Foundations

Coursework

For additional details regarding the program coursework, please visit the Academic Catalog .

Career Pathways