Graduate Diploma of Writing and Publishing
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
About
The aim of the program is to provide writers and publishing professionals with advanced knowledge and transferable skills – producing flexible and confident graduates in both creative and professional writing practice and the publishing industry.The core of the program, the Bowen Street Press, is a real-world, student-led publishing house that encompasses everything from digital and online through to print.
You will undertake a series of projects within the structure of a 21st-century publishing house.
The program is offered on campus in face to face mode of delivery.On successful completion of the program, you will be a professional practitioner with advanced knowledge of the writing and publishing industry.
You will be able to analyse issues, work with others, communicate informed ideas and solve problems within a writing and publishing context.Graduates of this program can expect to work in a broad range of writing and publishing professional roles, both local and international, for new and traditional media.
Structure
All courses listed may not be available each semester
Year One of Program
Complete the following Five (5) Courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation for Bowen Street Press | 24 | COMM2716 | City Campus |
| Contemporary Writing and Publishing | 12 | COMM2713 | City Campus |
| The Craft of Writing and Editing | 12 | COMM2719 | City Campus |
| Development at Bowen Street Press | 24 | COMM2714 | City Campus |
| The Art of Writing and Editing | 24 | COMM2718 | City Campus |
Entry requirements
The Graduate Diploma of Writing and Publishing (GD199) is available as an exit award only. Applicants must apply for the Master of Writing and Publishing (MC262).
Learning outcomes
As a graduate of this program you will be able to:
- Critically analyse and address the future directions – opportunities and challenges – for writing and publishing.
- Acquire and apply knowledge of local and international perspectives and issues about contemporary communication.
- Employ appropriate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to solve problems associated with the media and communication industries.
- Effectively and professionally communicate your ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
- Work collaboratively to plan and produce communication projects appropriate to the writing and publishing environment.
- Critically reflect on your own work to demonstrate autonomy, good judgment and ethical responsibility.
- Undertake research into contemporary communication theory and practice to explore possible industry and career directions.
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