Course Overview

The Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing provides training in creative and vocational writing and industry-standard copyediting and proofreading. Aspiring writers and editors will find a disciplined and supportive learning environment and the chance to further their work in a particular genre by undertaking a mentored project. The Diploma provides a pathway to employment and tertiary study in writing, journalism and copyediting.

You may read the full 2012 course description here.

Qualifications And Recognition

Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing.

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Employment Prospects

• Creative writer
• Design and production trainee
• Editor and proofreader
• Freelance writer
• Journalist trainee
• Publicity officer
• Publishing assistant
• Marketing and public relations officer

Entry Requirements

Candidates for the Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing should have completed the Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing or be able to demonstrate equivalent competencies at an interview and by presenting a portfolio of work.

How To Apply

Direct to Institute

Assessment

This course uses a range of assessments, including written work, portfolios, online presentations, research projects and multiple choice tests.

Opportunities For Further Study

Diploma graduates with favourable results may proceed to related university courses. The Diploma guarantees credit for eight units in the Bachelor of Journalism, Monash University.

Can prospective students enrol in individual units?

Yes.

Course Structure

     

Unit Code	Unit Name
Core Units
Elements of Writing
VU20277	Refine writing skills
Elements of Editing
VU20278	Refine editing skills
Industry Skills
BSBPMG510A	Manage projects
CUFIND201A	Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge
CUFIND401A	Provide services on a freelance basis
Advanced Individual Project
CUFWRT402A	Write extended stories
VU20276	Write non-fiction
Elective Units - the following elective units will be offered depending on sufficient enrolment numbers
Advanced Editing
BSBWRT401A	Write complex documents
BSBITU309A	Produce complex desktop published documents
Corporate Writing A
BSBPUB403A	Develop public relations documents
Corporate Writing B
BSBWRT501A	Write persuasive copy
Journalism
PSPPA501A	Provide public affairs writing and editorial services
Literature for Writers
CUVCOR13A	Research and critically analyse history and theory to inform artistic practice
CUSRAD02A	Conduct research
Long Fiction
VU20280	Develop a novel to a second draft
BSBEBU401A	Review and maintain a website
Short Forms of Fiction
CUFWRT301A	Write content for a range of media
CUVCOR04B	Originate concept for own work and conduct critical discourse
Writing for Children and Young Adults
VU20279	Write for children and young adults
BSBCRT402A	Collaborate in a creative process