Writing, Editing and Publishing
Master
In Brisbane (Australia)
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Brisbane (Australia)
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Duration
5 Years
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Credits
24
The Writing, Editing, and Publishing program addresses the escalating demand for specialist writing and editing in today's workforce, and provides you with the practical communication skills to succeed in traditional and new media.This 18-month program is suitable for those with an approved bachelor's degree – see Program Details for entry requirements. You'll learn about the ever-changing landscape of the Australian and international publishing industries.Gain a deeper understanding of all stages of the writing process. You will develop practical knowledge and experience in writing and editing across all genres, including academic papers, business documents, fiction, non-fiction, reviews, and more.Tailor your experience to suit your aspirations. You can choose to specialise in professional or creative writing, or undertake coursework that covers both fields.Benefit from a program that maintains a close connection to the publishing industry and offers courses that focus on contemporary writing, editing, and publishing practices.Written communication and critical thinking are essential skills to have you job ready for this changing economy.TEACHING STAFFLearn from the bestYou will have access to world-class teachers who have extensive and current industry experience.PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEInternshipsGain hands-on experience through internships – an opportunity to work at University of Queensland Press, Griffith Review, Harlequin, Wiley Educational Publishing, and many others.BEYOND THE CLASSROOMNetwork and engageThere are many opportunities for networking and intensive and extensive online engagement designed to support classroom learning. An accelerating international focus means enhanced employment prospects for graduates.ALUMNI"The wide-reaching scope of the course means I’ve been able to work, not only in the arts, but in the corporate world – globally" .Beth Barber, Master of...
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Entry requirementsApproved degree in the same discipline with a GPA of 4.5; orGCArts or GDipArts in a relevant field with a GPA of 4.5; orGCWEP with a GPA or 4.5; orApproved degree in any discipline with a GPA of 4.5 plus two years relevant professional experience (either paid or voluntary), with documented evidence (such as references).Same discipline is defined as a degree in English, English literature, writing, journalism, communication, art history, history, law and other relevant fields from the humanities and social sciences...
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Subjects
- Media
- Communication Training
- Writing
- Industry
- International
Course programme
Program structure
The courses offered in the Master of Writing, Editing and Publishing are set out in the course list. Each course is allocated a certain number of units (#).
The Program Rules explain what is required to complete the Master of Writing, Editing and Publishing. These requirements include the total number of units you need to complete in order to graduate.
To have your degree conferred, you also need to comply with UQ’s policies and rules.
- Course Code Units Course Title
- WRIT7015 2 Publishing and Professional Practice
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- WRIT7005 2 Research Techniques
- [ WRIT7080 4 Special Research Topic in Writing, Editing & Publishing
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- [ WRIT7100 6 Dissertation
Part C
- Course Code Units Course Title
- WRIT7025 2 Academic & Corporate Editing
- WRIT7030 2 Professional Communication
- Course Code Units Course Title
- WRIT7040 2 Industry Internship
- WRIT7250 2 Advanced Writing: Grammar, Syntax and Style
- WRIT7070 2 Editing the Manuscript
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- WRIT7050 2 Fiction, Ideas, Creativity
- WRIT7090 2 Writing and Publishing for Children and Young Adults
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- WRIT6110 2 Writing the Novel
- WRIT6055 2 Writing Creative Non-Fiction and Memoir
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- WRIT7060 2 Writing about the Arts
- WRIT7045 2 Individual Project
- ADVT7508 2 Fundamentals of Advertising
- COMU7301 2 Communication Practice and Campaigns
- COMU7304 2 Digital Media Theory and Practice
- DRAM7400 2 Performative Communication: Presentation and Public Speaking
Writing, Editing and Publishing