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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Master of Writing

    Masters (Coursework)

    For anyone with an interest in professional, academic, creative, and technical writing, this coursework-based Master's degree allows you to specialise and deepen your expertise.

    Entry 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.

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Writing or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You can enrol online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

    For an information and inquiry form, see the Department of English website.

  • RMIT University

    RMIT University

    <div class="shortdescription font_museo500"> <p> This practical, industry-focused associate degree will nurture your creative potential while building the skills, expertise and versatility you need to become a professional writer and/or editor. </p> </div>

  • The University of Queensland (UQ)

    The University of Queensland (UQ)

    Undertake advanced academic study and to develop research skills to advance your career in journalism.

    Entry Requirements

    Prerequisites
    • Bachelor of Journalism from the University (or equivalent); and
    • have gained a grade point average (GPA) of 5.5 on a 7-point scale; or

    • satisfy the executive dean that the person is qualified to undertake the program based on the person's academic records and subject to completion of additional work, if set.

    Other Entry Requirements
    • The head of school may limit places depending on supervisor availability.
    • Once eligibility is established, entry is via a competitive selection process based on GPA.
    Prerequisites
    • Bachelor of Journalism from the University (or equivalent); and
    • have gained a grade point average (GPA) of 5.5 on a 7-point scale; or

    • satisfy the executive dean that the person is qualified to undertake the program based on the person's academic records and subject to completion of additional work, if set.

    Other Entry Requirements
    • The head of school may limit places depending on supervisor availability.
    • Once eligibility is established, entry is via a competitive selection process based on GPA.
    Minimum entry score

    Select where you studied and your qualification to see the minimum entry score you need to be considered for this program.

    Use the minimum entry score as a guide. Your score must be at least equivalent to the required Australian Year 12 ATAR score. Entry requirements are subject to change.

    Equivalent subjects
    SubjectQualification equivalent
    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

    PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

    BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

    CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

    OET is not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    Student visas

    International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelor of Journalism (Honours) are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

    There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

    Learn more about student visas

  • The University of Queensland (UQ)

    The University of Queensland (UQ)

    In a world of rapid change, there has never been a greater demand for the mastery of the written word.

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

    • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline; or
    • have completed post-secondary study, or
    • 2 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below).

    You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.Applicants are required to submit a 10 page portfolio with their application (see below).
    • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline; or
    • have completed post-secondary study, or
    • 2 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below).

    You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.Applicants are required to submit a 10 page portfolio with their application (see below).
    Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications

    Relevant disciplines include English, English literature, writing, journalism, communication, art history, history, law as well as other relevant fields from the humanities and social sciences.

    You must have completed at least a major, field of study, or approximately 30% of program content in the discipline, including a mix of introductory and advanced courses.

    Relevant work experience

    Relevant work experience includes work using writing and editing in a professional or volunteer context. Relevant work experience includes work in: government departments, office management, corporate communications, administration, journalism, and public relations, among others, which should be supported with evidence outlined below.

    Evidence of relevant work experience should include a letter from your employer (and/or previous employers) stating the following:

    • that you work (or worked) within the specified organisation
    • the nature of your work, including any relevant duties and responsibilities
    • the length that you were there (i.e. 2 years)
    • the level at which you worked (full-time, part-time or casual). If part-time or casual, please list the average amount of hours worked per week.
    GPA equivalent

    Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.

    Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we'll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.

    Equivalent subjects
    SubjectQualification equivalent
    Related programs
    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.

    PTE Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.

    CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.

    BE and OET are not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    Student visas

    International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Graduate Certificate in Writing, Editing and Publishing are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

    There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

    Learn more about student visas

    Additional application information
    Applicants are required to submit a portfolio with their application for enrolment and demonstrate an appropriate standard to the satisfaction of the program director. The portfolio should include approximately 10 word processed pages of writing (e.g. assignments submitted in previous courses, workplace documents, creative writing manuscripts).
    Additional application information
    Applicants are required to submit a portfolio with their application for enrolment and demonstrate an appropriate standard to the satisfaction of the program director. The portfolio should include approximately 10 word processed pages of writing (e.g. assignments submitted in previous courses, workplace documents, creative writing manuscripts).
  • TAFE Gippsland

    TAFE Gippsland

    Explore your creative side while gaining the technical skills you need to succeed in this specialist industry. Suitable for both full- and part-time students, this flexible, online course provides training in creative and vocational writing, copyediting and proofreading.

  • North Metropolitan TAFE

    North Metropolitan TAFE

    This is a unique opportunity to enter an analogue typographic world to create unique printed designs on our incredible antique machinery, using a blend of 100+ year old moveable wood and lead type and experiment with your own customised modern laser cut blocks. .

  • The University of Queensland (UQ)

    The University of Queensland (UQ)

    Become a global communicator and influence what the world reads, watches and understands, while equipping yourself with additional skills to succeed in the changing global workplace.

    Entry Requirements

    Prerequisites
    Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C).
    Prerequisites
    Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C).
    Equivalent subjects
    SubjectQualification equivalent
    Entry score threshold
    ATAR / RankIB
    7827.75

    These are the lowest adjusted scores we made an offer to in Semester 1, 2024. Entry scores are based on the most recent Semester 1 intake and are updated in April each year. Meeting the entry score threshold doesn't guarantee admission.

    Guarantee your place at UQ: If you meet our guaranteed minimum ATAR you could secure an offer for your preferred program.

    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

    PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

    BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

    CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

    OET is not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    Student visas

    International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelors of Journalism / Arts are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

    There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

    Learn more about student visas

    Entry score range

    This table shows the range of entry scores for recent secondary students offered a place in the B Journalism/BArts for Semester 1, 2024

    Without adjustmentsWith adjustments
    Highest9799.95
    Median88.0588.5
    Lowest78.1578.65
    Need help meeting the entry requirements?

    We can help you meet the minimum entry score, subject prerequisites or English language requirements for your preferred program.

    If you haven't studied the prerequisites or need to improve your entry score, we can help.

    Learn about pathway options

  • University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

    University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

    The Creative Writing major provides you with an understanding of the practice of creative writing, as well as introduce you to the ideas, theories, and philosophies that inform professional writers and the writing industry.

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Find the entry requirements most relevant to you.

    Recent secondary education
    Adjusted
    Entry score including adjustment factors (additional points given in certain circumstances).
    Unadjusted
    Entry score not including adjustment factors.
    ATAR
    The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a percentile rank used to assess the results of high-school applicants for undergraduate entry into university.
    58.00
    54.95
    Pre-requisites

    To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

    • English (Units 3 & 4, C)

    We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

    Further admission information

    Adjustments are additional points given in certain circumstances that may increase your Rank. Find out if you qualify for any adjustment factor pathways such as educational disadvantage where you live, and subjects you passed.

    UniSQ is committed to greater admissions transparency. Learn more about the education and work experience, as well as average Ranks for this degrees' student cohort from the previous year.

    Tafe (VET) qualification

    If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you may be able to use these qualifications to meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

    Work and life experience

    You may be able to use your work experience and other adjustment factors to increase your selection rank and meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

    English language requirements

    You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

    Recognition of prior learning or work experience

    You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

    Pathways

    If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

    If you identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent you may be eligible to enter the Indigenous Higher Education Pathways Program (IHEPP).

  • RMIT University

    RMIT University

    <div class="shortdescription font_museo500"> <p> Work closely on your writing in an intensive studio model with world-leading lecturers and creative practitioners, improving your writing and solving problems from industry.</p> </div>

  • The University of Queensland (UQ)

    The University of Queensland (UQ)

    Communicate local, national, and global stories through traditional and emerging media platforms.

    Entry Requirements

    Prerequisites
    Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C).
    Prerequisites
    Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C).
    Minimum entry score

    Select where you studied and your qualification to see the minimum entry score you need to be considered for this program.

    Use the minimum entry score as a guide. Your score must be at least equivalent to the required Australian Year 12 ATAR score. Entry requirements are subject to change.

    Equivalent subjects
    SubjectQualification equivalent
    Entry score threshold
    ATAR / RankIB
    7827.75

    These are the lowest adjusted scores we made an offer to in Semester 1, 2024. Entry scores are based on the most recent Semester 1 intake and are updated in April each year. Meeting the entry score threshold doesn't guarantee admission.

    Guarantee your place at UQ: If you meet our guaranteed minimum ATAR you could secure an offer for your preferred program.

    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

    PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

    BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

    CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

    OET is not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    Student visas

    International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelor of Journalism are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

    There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

    Learn more about student visas

    Entry score range

    This table shows the range of entry scores for recent secondary students offered a place in the B Journalism for Semester 1, 2024

    Without adjustmentsWith adjustments
    Highest97.797.7
    Median86.186.1
    Lowest76.878.8
    Need help meeting the entry requirements?

    We can help you meet the minimum entry score, subject prerequisites or English language requirements for your preferred program.

    If you haven't studied the prerequisites or need to improve your entry score, we can help.

    Learn about pathway options

  • The University of Queensland (UQ)

    The University of Queensland (UQ)

    Gain the writing, editing, publishing, design and research skills to build a rewarding career in print or online.

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    It's possible to complete this degree in 1.5 years or 1 year depending on your qualifications and experience.

    You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements. You may also be eligible to apply for credit or exemptions to shorten your degree further. You'll graduate with the same qualification no matter how long you take to complete the degree.

    1.5-year degree (24 units of study)

    To be eligible to complete the degree in 1.5 years

    full-time (or part-time equivalent)
    full-time (only available as full-time study)
    , you'll need:
    • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below), or
    • a graduate certificate* in writing, editing and publishing, or
    • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline plus 2 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below).

    You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.


    Applicants are required to submit a 10 page portfolio with their application (see below).


    *Please note if a graduate certificate is used as the basis of entry into the program and you do not have a degree in the relevant discipline, you will not be eligible for credit towards the Masters program.

    1-year degree (16 units of study)

    If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time.

    To be eligible to complete the degree in 1 year

    full-time (or part-time equivalent)
    full-time (only available as full-time study)
    , you'll need:
    • a bachelor honours degree** (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below).


    You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.


    ** You must have completed a substantial research project in your Honours degree equivalent to at least one semester of full-time study (or part-time equivalent).

    Applicants are required to submit a 10 page portfolio with their application (see below).

    Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications

    Relevant disciplines include English, English literature, writing, journalism, communication, art history, history, law as well as other relevant fields from the humanities and social sciences.

    You must have completed at least a major, field of study, or approximately 30% of program content in the discipline, including a mix of introductory and advanced courses.

    Relevant work experience

    Relevant work experience includes work using writing and editing in a professional or volunteer context, which should be supported with evidence (see below).

    Evidence of relevant work experience should include a letter from your employer (and/or previous employers) stating the following:

    • that you work (or worked) within the specified organisation
    • the nature of your work, including any relevant duties and responsibilities
    • the length that you were there (i.e. 2 years)
    • the level at which you worked (full-time, part-time or casual)

    *if part-time or casual, please list the average amount of hours worked per week.

    GPA equivalent

    Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.

    Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we'll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.

    Equivalent subjects
    SubjectQualification equivalent
    Related programs
    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 24.

    PTE Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 73.

    CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 186.

    BE and OET are not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    Student visas

    International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Writing, Editing and Publishing are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

    There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

    Learn more about student visas

    Additional application information
    Applicants are required to submit a portfolio with their application for enrolment and demonstrate an appropriate standard to the satisfaction of the program director. The portfolio should include approximately 10 word processed pages of writing (e.g. assignments submitted in previous courses, workplace documents, creative writing manuscripts). Same discipline is defined as a degree in English, English literature, writing, journalism, communication, art history, history, law and other relevant fields from the humanities and social sciences. To satisfy the requirement for "same discipline" a minimum amount of content in that discipline is required - this would be at least a major, field of study, or approximately 30% of program content including a mix of introductory and advanced courses. *Please note if the GCArts or GDipArts or GCWEP is used as the basis of entry into the program as you do not have an existing approved degree in the same discipline, you will not be eligible for credit towards the Masters program.
    Additional application information
    Applicants are required to submit a portfolio with their application for enrolment and demonstrate an appropriate standard to the satisfaction of the program director. The portfolio should include approximately 10 word processed pages of writing (e.g. assignments submitted in previous courses, workplace documents, creative writing manuscripts). Same discipline is defined as a degree in English, English literature, writing, journalism, communication, art history, history, law and other relevant fields from the humanities and social sciences. To satisfy the requirement for <34>same discipline<34> a minimum amount of content in that discipline is required - this would be at least a major, field of study, or approximately 30% of program content including a mix of introductory and advanced courses. *Please note if the GCArts or GDipArts or GCWEP is used as the basis of entry into the program as you do not have an existing approved degree in the same discipline, you will not be eligible for credit towards the Masters program.
  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    The skills and knowledge required of a journalist are forever changing.

    Entry Requirements

    Students with any bachelor's degree, or with other qualifications of an equivalent standard, are able to apply to the Graduate Diploma in Journalism programme.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to provide evidence of IELTS (academic) 7.5, with no score less than 7.0.

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Graduate Diploma in Journalism or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    Entry to the programme requires a special application due October 31st, and includes an interview. For more information on the process and required forms, see how to apply.

    Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

  • Chisholm Institute

    Chisholm Institute

    Chisholm's Bachelor of Engineering Technology is accredited with Engineers Australia, the peak body for the engineering profession in Australia. Local and interstate applicants are welcome to apply but must meet the entry requirements.

    Entry Requirements

    Please refer to the course entry requirements document (available above in the course description) for current requirements.