C11071v4 Graduate Certificate in Editing and Publishing
University of Technology Sydney
About
The Graduate Certificate in Editing and Publishing is part of an articulated program designed to meet a range of needs for those who want to start a career in writing, editing and/or publishing, and for experienced writers who want to develop and enhance their existing knowledge and skills.Graduates are able to develop and critically revise their own and others' work, and are aware of the role of writers and writing in culture, society and industry.
They leave with high-level editorial skills that will enable them to work as freelancers or in-house in the publishing or communications industry, as well as a robust understanding of the publishing industry.This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Editing and Publishing, the Graduate Diploma in Creative Writing (C06041), and the Master of Arts in Creative Writing (C04109).
Students who successfully complete this course and who are admitted to the graduate diploma or master's course, are eligible for recognition of prior learning for completed subjects.Download the Creative Writing flyer
Structure
This course totals 24 credit points, consisting of two 8-credit-point core subjects and one 8-credit-point subject from a specified list.
Part-time students should undertake 8 or 16 credit points a session.
Course completion requirements
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| CBK90260 Writing subjects | 8cp |
| STM90813 Core subjects (Editing and Publishing) | 16cp |
| Total | 24cp |
Course diagram
Course program
Typical course programs are shown below.
Autumn commencing, part time
Year 1
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 57046 Professional Editing | 8cp |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| Select 8 credit points from the following: | 8cp |
| 57041 Narrative Writing | |
| 57145 Reviewing Arts and Culture | |
| 57053 Book Publishing and Marketing | 8cp |
Spring commencing, part time
Year 1
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 57053 Book Publishing and Marketing | 8cp |
| Select 8 credit points from the following: | 8cp |
| 57031 Creative Non-fiction | |
| 57041 Narrative Writing | |
Year 2
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 57046 Professional Editing | 8cp |
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
Applicants who have not completed a bachelor's, master's, graduate diploma or graduate certificate qualification in any field of study (or overseas equivalent) must provide:
- a personal statement (approximately 500 words) explaining why they wish to study the course they are applying for
- a curriculum vitae (CV), which should include details of paid and voluntary work or other experiences (eg special interest groups) that could be relevant to the course.
If applicants do not submit these documents, their application may not be considered.
The English proficiency requirement for local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
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