Technical communication turns complex concepts into easy-to-use and understandable communication. In this program, you’ll learn the skills to transform dense data into clear, user-centered content. You’ll also create relevant and actionable information by evaluating your audience’s background, goals and experience.
This program includes hands-on projects using design thinking and problem-solving strategies, while teaching skills such as editing, web development, visual communication, usability testing and user experience. You’ll also learn market-standard digital tools to deliver pertinent content into the hands of users. In this profession, you may develop proposals, infographics, websites and tutorials.
Choosing the right technical communication degree for your career goals
If you’re looking to specialize, ASU offers several concentrations within the technical communication degree:
- Technical communication (general track): Covers writing, editing, design and usability across industries, preparing you for versatile roles.
- Data visualization: Teaches you to present data clearly using charts, graphics and storytelling.
- Social media management: Focuses on writing and strategy for platforms that connect organizations to targeted audiences.
- User experience: Explores how people interact with digital products and how to design content that improves those interactions.
- Medical and health concentration: Combines health care knowledge with communication strategies to support public health and patient education.
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.
Courses emphasize project-based learning and cover key topics like digital writing, web authoring, visual communication and technical editing.
Faculty in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts are committed to research and exploration in their fields of work. Many of our faculty and staff are recognized nationally and internationally for their achievements from psychology to writing.
- American Educational Research
- Association Fellows
- American Psychological Association Fellows
- Fulbright scholars
ASU is a global university recognized for its commitment to innovation, research and high-quality academic programs. Our university is repeatedly awarded peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report and other respected organizations.
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