The Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing is designed to provide participants with skills in writing and editing for employment or further tertiary study. Participants will develop awareness of industry standards and demands and develop knowledge of the markets available to the professional writer and editor.
Core
Computer Skills for Writers (73 hours)
Industry Overview (73 hours)
Writing and Editing Skills (146 hours)
Electives (choose 3 - 146 hours each)
Literature Adaptation and Writing
Non-Fiction 1
Novel 1
Poetry 1
Popular Fiction
Publishing Skills
Screenwriting 1
Short Story 1
Writing for Children 1
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: 21674VIC
- CRICOS Code: 060640D
Campus: Greensborough
Duration
Full-time: 1 year
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
The Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing provides the possibility of articulation to the Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing.
Study Pathways at NMIT
- Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing
Career Opportunities
The Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing is for those wishing to improve their writing and editing skills for employment, freelance work or further study.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Applicants should submit a writing folio and attend a selection interview. The folio must include varied examples (such as short pieces, extracts from long pieces, fiction, non-fiction, poetry, academic writing and so on).
International Students:
Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience. IELTS Academic 6.5 or higher (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age.Materials
Assessment Methods
written exercises, research reports, tests, oral presentations, projects, articles, stories, novel, role plays, interviews, field visits, contribution to classroom discussion, demonstrations, collections of information.
Materials
Students are given a booklist at the start of the course and are required to provide their own writing materials, stationery and computer discs.
Fees
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How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply through VTAC
VTAC Code:68191
You must also complete a supplementary application form.
Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
International Students
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Application for Enrolment Form
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBADM304A | Design and develop text documents | 96 | Core |
| BSBCMN311A | Maintain workplace safety | 32 | Core |
| CUFGEN01A | Develop and apply industry knowledge | 18 | Core |
| CUFGEN02A | Identify industry laws and regulations and apply them to workplace activities | 24 | Core |
| CUSADM08A | Address copyright requirements | 16 | Core |
| CUSRAD01A | Collect and organise information | 12 | Core |
| CUVCOR03A | Develop, refine and communicate concept for own work | 60 | Core |
| CUVCOR11A | Source information on history and theory and apply to own area of work | 24 | Core |
| ICPMM63BA | Access the Internet | 16 | Core |
| VBP551 | Develop writing and editing skills | 132 | Core |
| VBP552 | Produce writings | 300 | Core |
