ENG 601 Master's Thesis (3 cr.)
[Special Note -- The M.A. in Writing is being phased out. Northeastern University is no longer accepting applicants for the MAW. You are welcome to take courses for graduate credit as a special student. The following information is meant as reference information for participants already enrolled in the program.}
The thesis is no longer a requirement for graduation. Please let us know if you have any specific questions regarding the thesis.
Sample Curricular Plan
Here is a sample curriculum plan for completing the M.A. in Writing degree. It is a sample only; other plans may be possible. Students should consult with the academic advisor to draw up individual plans for completing the degree program.
Curriculum Plan:
YEAR 1: 6 credits
--ENG 392 Writing and the Teaching of Writing (3 cr.)
--Elective (3 cr.)
--ENG 391 Reading and the Teaching of Reading (3 cr.)
--Elective (3 cr.)
YEAR 3: 6 credits
--Elective (3 cr.)
--ENG 501 Designing Teacher-Research (2 cr.)
--ENG 502 Teacher-Research Fieldwork (3 cr.)
--Elective (3 cr.)
YEAR 5: 6 credits
--ENG 121 Approaches to Teaching English Language Arts (3 cr.)
--Independent Study (1 to 3 cr.)
