NMIT's exciting new degree, the Bachelor of Writing and Publishing is unique in Australia. It is the only undergraduate degree that offers a course of study in writing and publishing. The degree is also unique because students have the opportunity to work in NMIT's own publishing studio. The Bachelor of Writing and Publishing develops:
- Writing skills in a wide range of genres
- An understanding of the publishing industry
- Key skills of editing and proofreading
- Book and magazine production skills, including design, layout, structural editing, copyediting, copywriting, liaison with authors, project management and planning, project costing.
- Work ready skills through industry based and project experience.
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About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: HEFEWAP
- CRICOS Code: 062540C
Campus: Greensborough
Duration
Full-time: 3 years
Part-time:
4.5 years.
Part-time not available to International Students
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities for graduates include:
- fiction and non-fiction writing
- editing
- commissioning
- copyediting
- technical writing
- corporate writing
- script and speech writing
- tender writing
- proof reading.
Graduates may find employment as a:
- writer
- reader
- editor
- publishing assistant
- media liaison officer
- industry or community based consultant
- project officer
- project manager
- production controller
- playwright
- researcher
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Satisfactory completion of Year 12 VCE or equivalent with a minimum score of 25 in a VCE (or equivalent) English subject/s, orSatisfactory completion of the Diploma in Professional Writing and Editing, or
Relevant industry experience that demonstrates capacity to undertake work at degree level. Normally, relevant industry experience would be defined as professional engagement in the industry as a writer, editor, production assistant, or desktop publisher over a period of several years.
Folio and Interview
Mature age applicants may be required to provide a portfolio of original writing work (published or other) that represents engagement in a range of aspects in the craft of writing, over a number of years. Detailed guidelines for the folio process will be provided to applicants.
International Students:
International students must also have attained an overall rating of 7 with a writing score of 7 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).** Please note, if students don’t achieve an IELTS of 7.0, contact the department to arrange a web- teleconference interview, and to present a folio of written work.
Fees
Local Fees:
A$12000 p.a.
International Fees:
A$12000 p.a.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply through VTAC
VTAC Code:Greensborough: 68182
Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part time.
International Students
Click to download an
Application for Enrolment Form
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WP101 |
How Texts Are Written (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP102 |
How Texts Are Read (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP103 |
Introduction to Publishing (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP105 |
Introduction to Fiction Writing (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP106 |
Introduction to Non-Fiction Writing (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP107 |
Contemporary Publishing (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP109 |
Editing I (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP113 |
Digital and Print Production (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP201 |
Writing Fiction (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP202 |
Writing Non-Fiction (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP206 |
Writing Project (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP207 |
Publishing Project (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP209 |
Publishing Principles and Practice (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP210 |
Editing II (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP214 |
Business Communications (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP215 |
Publishing and Writing in the Digital Age (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP302 |
Critical Appraisal of Text (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP306 |
Writing Professional Practice I (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP307 |
Writing Professional Practice II (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP308 |
Publishing Studio I (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP310 |
Publishing Studio II (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP311 |
Magazine Publishing and Journalism in a Digital Age (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
| WP312 |
Exploring Creative Identities (*EFTSL Value 0.125) |
N/A | Core |
