Open Universities Australia
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Develop advanced professional writing and publishing skills in this online graduate diploma. Learn to write, edit, and publish across diverse genres while gaining real-world technical competencies. Perfect for aspiring writers seeking careers in corporate communications, media, publishing, and creative industries.
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree (3-4 years) from a recognised tertiary institution or have successfully completed 2 or more units in the Graduate Certificate in Arts. English language proficiency is required (IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in all components; international students in Professional Writing and Publishing must achieve IELTS Reading and Writing band scores of at least 7.0). Students who have completed more than 50 credits of undergraduate units in a discipline area cannot choose that same discipline as their major.
The program comprises 8 subjects total: 2 compulsory core subjects and 6 option subjects. Core subjects include Graduate Engaging Narrative and Graduate Introduction to Creative and Professional Writing. Option subjects cover specialised areas such as Graduate Editing, Graduate Publishing, Graduate Narrative Nonfiction, Travel Writing, and Social Media, Communities and Networks. Students develop expertise in writing for various media forms including print and online publications, features, profiles, speeches, reports, discussion papers, and promotional content. The curriculum emphasises both creative practice and academic inquiry, integrating technical publishing skills with theoretical knowledge.
Curtin University is ranked in the top one percent of universities worldwide (QS World University Ranking 2026: 12th in Australia; Times Higher Education 2026: 18th in Australia). Through Open Universities Australia, Curtin delivers the same degree as on-campus study with an interactive, collaborative online learning experience. The university has extensive industry connections and a vibrant culture of innovation. The Professional Writing and Publishing program uniquely integrates creative practice with real-world professional skills, offering internship opportunities with professional organisations and preparing graduates for meaningful careers in growing sectors.
Graduates are prepared for careers in corporate communications, media, government (state, federal, and local), business and industry, not-for-profit organisations, arts organisations, and the magazine and book publishing industries. The program develops skills to work as professional writers, editors, communications specialists, and publishing professionals. Graduates can influence public discourse through narrative-driven communication, create compelling organisational stories, and contribute to media across print and digital platforms. The internship component provides direct pathways to employment in these growing sectors.
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