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RMIT University

This practical, industry-focused program allows student to explore creative potential while gaining valuable skills to work as a professional writer and/or editor. Weve built this program around the idea that professional writers and editors need to be versatile and proficient across different writing forms and in print and electronic media. With an emphasis on own practice, Student will study the craft of writing fiction and non-fiction and the fundamentals of effective communication and editing practice. Student will also work with text and image, using industry-standard software to develop advanced word processing skills and design skills for print and web-based products. As student progress, can specialize in a particular field of interest or continue working across a range of areas. From there the focus will be on developing projects that reflect interests and goals.
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Student must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or an equivalent senior secondary school qualification with a minimum average of 50%. For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to an Australian Year 12, see the Entry requirements by country web page.Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.
Graduates work in book, magazine and digital publishing. They are also employed in newspaper, online and magazine journalism, web writing, broadcasting, publicity and public relations, scriptwriting, copywriting, administration and project management. Employers include publishers, advertising agencies, the technical, education and scientific industries, government organization’s, private consultancies, theatre and community groups.Graduates also work as freelance writers and editors, using the industry networks developed during the program.
2 years full-time or part-time study may be available, International student visa holders can only s