Writing and Communication Capstone with Dr. Katja Thieme: WRDS 400
Learn about WRDS 400, the capstone course for the Writing and Communication minor at the School of Journalism, Writing, and Media. In the upcoming 2026 Winter term, the course will be taught by Dr. Katja Thieme.
Writing Practices for Publics and Publication with Dr. Alexis McGee: WRDS 450
Dr. Alexis McGee shares what students can expect in their new course, WRDS 450: Writing Practices for Publics and Publication.
WRDS 499 Directed Studies in Writing Studies
Individual project on a topic of interest in Writing Studies, completed under the guidance and supervision of a UBC faculty member with relevant expertise.
WRDS 498 Special Topics in Writing Studies
In-depth study of selected topics in Writing Studies. Topics vary year-by-year. Restricted to students with third year standing or higher.
WRDS 450
Writing Practices for Publics & Publications
Writing processes and strategies conducive to developing larger, long-term research projects into genres of writing intended to publicly engage with scholars, activists, and intellectuals.
WRDS 400
Writing and Communication Capstone
Critical assessment of approaches to writing and communication. Key principles of the field applied to public and professional domains relevant to students’ future work, studies, service, or work.