Professional Writing and Publishing

Employers across all sectors need people who can research, write, edit and publish a range of material.

In this double degree major you will develop your skills and knowledge in many genres and styles of writing, while you explore your own creativity.

You’ll learn to produce and edit feature articles, speeches, reports, discussion papers, website content, creative nonfiction, media releases and other forms of content. You’ll learn about copyright, censorship, plagiarism and the ethics of writing in the public domain.

In your final semester of study, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a professional placement with an industry employer.

What jobs can the Professional Writing and Publishing lead to?

Careers

  • Copywriter
  • Editor
  • Publisher
  • Media / communications advisor
  • Writer
  • Blogger