Course Overview

The Technical Communication and Rhetoric (Doctorate) at Texas Tech University is a research-intensive program designed to prepare students for advanced careers in academia, industry, and government by focusing on the theory, practice, and pedagogy of technical communication. The program emphasizes rhetoric, digital media, usability, and intercultural communication, offering students opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research and teaching.

Unique Features

This program stands out for its interdisciplinary approach, combining rhetoric with technical communication to address complex communication challenges in professional and academic settings. Students benefit from mentorship by faculty with expertise in diverse areas such as user experience (UX), technical writing, and digital rhetorics.

Career Prospects

Graduates are equipped for roles in higher education as professors or researchers, as well as positions in industry focusing on communication strategy, content development, and user experience design. The program also prepares individuals for leadership roles in corporate training and documentation.

Key Faculty and Staff

• Dr. Joyce Locke Carter - Professor and Program Director, specializing in technical communication and rhetoric.
• Dr. Amy Koerber - Professor, with research interests in health communication and feminist rhetorics.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

The program offers access to the Usability Research Lab at Texas Tech, which supports research in user experience and document design. Additionally, students can collaborate with the university’s Technical Communication and Rhetoric program community through workshops, conferences, and publishing opportunities.