Study Programme Details
City: Christchurch
Country: New Zealand
Admission Sessions: Autumn Session, Spring Session
Study Format: Full Time
Mode of Study: Fully on Site
About this Study Course
Immerse yourself in the art and craft of writing with our Master of Writing program, tailored for individuals passionate about professional, academic, creative, and technical writing. This dynamic coursework-based degree not only allows you to specialize and deepen your expertise but also equips you with the tools to thrive in a rapidly evolving writing landscape.
Overview
In our Master of Writing program, you’ll embark on a journey of exploration and mastery, honing advanced textual analysis and written communication skills across a spectrum of contexts, audiences, and styles. By weaving together diverse writing modes, from professional and technical to fiction and non-fiction, you’ll emerge as a versatile writer primed for success in a myriad of industries.
Admission Requirements
You should have achieved at least a B Grade Point Average in 300-level courses in your undergraduate degree, which should have also had a strong written component.
If English is your additional language, you will also need to provide evidence of your English language ability as IELTS (Academic) 6.5, with no individual score below 6.5. Preference will be given to those with a score of 7 or over.
- WRIT401 Advanced Reading and Writing
- WRIT680 Extended Writing Project
- WRIT402 Writing for Community Change
- WRIT403 Creative Writing
- Plus 30 points (or 60 if only doing one of WRIT402 or WRIT403) from 400 or 600-level English courses, or another subject approved by the Head of Department
- Domestic — $12,276
- International — $46,350
Future Career Outcomes
Through our Master of Writing program, you’ll be equipped to carve out a rewarding career path in fields such as publishing, marketing, education, and beyond. Our alumni have excelled as bestselling authors, influential content creators, and respected communication specialists, testament to the program’s efficacy in nurturing writing talent and meeting industry demands.
Related Career Pathways
Content Strategist, Content Strategist and Creator, Grant Writer, Professional Technical Writer, Technical Writer
Visa Requirements:
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