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18 courses with the subject WRIT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

WRIT 101College Composition3

A series of short, focused writing assignments, each centered on an argument, theme, or premise is required. Not open to students who have successfully completed WRIT 102 (does not fulfill core requirement). Fall, Spring, as needed.

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
WRIT 102Research Writing3

A study of the elements of clear, effective expression. Requirements include expository and analytical compositions, as well as a documented research paper.

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
WRIT 154Special Topics3

repeatable) An opportunity for students to study aspects or areas of writing not regularly offered at the introductory level. Students must have the permission of the department chair to enroll in this course. (See Dr. Cadwallader)

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 As needed.
WRIT 220Writing Poetry: Introductory Workshop3
Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 or equivalent. As needed.
WRIT 225Short Story Writing3

A study of the elements of fiction and their application in the writing of short stories. Through reading assignments and exercises that identify specific fictional devices or elements, students will produce a complete short story.

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 or equivalent. As needed.
WRIT 254Special Topics3

repeatable) An opportunity for students to study aspects or areas of writing not regularly offered at the intermediate level. Students must have the permission of the department chair to enroll in this course. (See Dr. Cadwallader)

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 . As needed.
WRIT 290Writing Portfolio I1
Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 - Research Writing Spring.
WRIT 325Novel Writing3

An opportunity for students to explore the art and history of the novel, as well as to compose sections of their own work toward the completion of a novel.

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 or equivalent. As needed.
WRIT 354Special Topics3

repeatable) An opportunity for students to study aspects or areas of writing not regularly offered at the advanced level. Students must have the permission of the department chair to enroll in this course. (See Dr. Cadwallader)

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 . As needed.
WRIT 385Advanced Composition3
Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 . As needed.
WRIT 387Grammar and Editing3

A development of a focal (or conscious) knowledge of the American English Grammar System. Students will learn to analyze parts of speech, identify syntactical patterns and methods of sentence construction, and classify words in terms of both form and function in order to make smart, informed choices about their own language use. Students who earn a grade of C or higher in WRIT 387 are exempt from taking the Writing Competency Exam (WCE).

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 . As needed.
WRIT 390Writing Portfolio II1
Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
WRIT 398Internship1-15

An integration of classroom theory with practical work experience under which students are employed either full or part time, with or without pay. The credits earned may vary, depending upon the internship, but no more than three credits may be counted toward the major or minor elective requirements; additional credits can be counted as free electives. Open only to English majors or minors. Students must secure approval from the Literature & Languages department chair prior to engaging in an internship. A minimum of twelve credits in English or collateral courses is required before a student can request an internship in English.

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
15
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
Minimum twelve hours in English courses completed. As needed.
WRIT 402Composition Theory and Pedagogy3
Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 . As needed.
WRIT 410Playwriting3

An application of the craft of verse and prose playwriting. One three-act play or three one-act plays in prose and verse is/are required.

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 . As needed.
WRIT 454Special Topics1-3

repeatable) An opportunity for students to study aspects or areas of writing not regularly offered at the capstone level. Students must have the permission of the department chair to enroll in this course. (See Dr. Cadwallader)

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 As needed.
WRIT 487Independent Study1-8

repeatable) An opportunity for students to complete an independent study in writing at the capstone level. Students must have the permission of the department chair to enroll in this course. (See Dr. Cadwallader)

Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
8
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 . As needed.
WRIT 490Writing Portfolio III1
Subject
WRIT
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
Source
catalog.francis.edu

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