Technical Communication (BS)

The online Bachelor of Science in technical communication from Arizona State University teaches you to make complex information clear and useful. You’ll study how to design, write and deliver content that helps people solve problems and take action across industries.

Quick facts
Next start date: 08/21/2025
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120

Courses in technical communication, writing, editing and more

Courses emphasize project-based learning and cover key topics like digital writing, web authoring, visual communication and technical editing.

TWC 421: Principles of Web Authoring (L)

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TWC 490: Capstone

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TWC 301: Fundamentals of Writing for Digital Media (L)

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TWC 401: Fundamentals of Technical Communication (L)

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TWC 411: Principles of Visual Communication (L)

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TWC 431: Principles of Technical Editing

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Technical writing and more: The jobs you’ll be prepared for

Graduates often work as content strategists, grant writers, information developers, social media specialists or web editors across sectors. Other roles include:

Writers and Authors

Growth: 3.7%
Salary: $73,150

Computer User Support Specialists

Growth: 5.0%
Salary: $57,890

Document Management Specialists

Growth: 9.7%
Salary: $98,740

Information Technology Project Managers

Growth: 9.7%
Salary: $98,740

Instructional Coordinators

Growth: 2.5%
Salary: $66,490

Search Marketing Strategists

Growth: 13.4%
Salary: $68,230

Technical Writers

Growth: 6.9%
Salary: $79,960

Web Developers

Growth: 17.0%
Salary: $78,580