Technical Communication (BS)

Technical Communication (BS)

ASU’s online Bachelor of Science in technical communication prepares you to translate complex information into content that helps people make decisions and take action. This program builds the writing, design and research skills that open doors across high-growth industries. Technical communicators and technical writers work in software, healthcare, government and nonprofits, creating a clear, user-friendly experience that reduces friction and increases functionality.

Quick facts

Next start date: 01/11/2027
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Credit hours: 120

TWC 421: Principles of Web Authoring (L)

TWC 490: Capstone

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

TWC 401: Fundamentals of Technical Communication (L)

TWC 411: Principles of Visual Communication (L)

TWC 431: Principles of Technical Editing

Careers in technical writing, design and content strategy

Graduates will be prepared for successful futures in content strategy and marketing, user experience design, web content development, usability testing, information architecture and more. As of May 2024, professionals in related roles earn strong median annual wages, including technical writers ($91,670), digital designers ($98,090) and project management specialists ($100,750), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Other potential career paths include:

Writers and Authors

Growth: 3.6%
Salary: $76,910

Document Management Specialists

Growth: 8.2%
Salary: $116,580

Information Technology Project Managers

Growth: 8.2%
Salary: $116,580

Instructional Coordinators

Growth: 1.3%
Salary: $77,440

Search Marketing Strategists

Growth: 6.7%
Salary: $78,760

Web Developers

Growth: 7.5%
Salary: $92,650