Program Overview
The Master of Publishing at the University of Sydney equips students with the latest skills for publishing in various formats, including book, magazine, digital, and online. Graduates gain professional training in editing, production, design, and marketing, alongside a scholarly understanding of publishing's history and significance. Career opportunities include roles as copy editors, editorial assistants, publishers, and social media editors.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Gain the skills required for the dynamic world of book, magazine, digital and online publishing. Receive both professional training with direct vocational applications, as well as a scholarly approach to the history of publishing, its cultural significance and changing directions. This degree is aimed at students looking to pursue careers in publishing houses, as editorial staff at magazines, and as social media editors.
Outline:
The Master of Publishing is a postgraduate coursework degree that will develop the latest skills required for the dynamic world of book, magazine, digital and online publishing. You will complete core units in publishing and online editing, print and website production, design and marketing, and a capstone unit comprising a professional research project, an internship or a dissertation. You will also complete elective units as needed to meet the requirements of the course.
Careers:
As a graduate, you will have the knowledge and skills to pursue a role such as:
- copy editor
- editorial assistant
- publicist
- editor
- publisher The course is offered in a face-to-face format at the Camperdown/Darlington campus of the University of Sydney.
The University of Sydney
Overview:
The University of Sydney is a renowned institution of higher learning located in Sydney, Australia. It is known for its strong research focus and diverse academic programs.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Key Reasons to Study There:
Academic Programs:
The University of Sydney offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across various fields of study, including:
- Architecture, Design and Planning
- Arts and Social Sciences
- Business
- Economics
- Education and Social Work
- Engineering and Computer Science
- Law
- Medicine and Health
- Music
- Science
Other:
The University of Sydney is actively involved in research, tackling global challenges and developing new solutions. It boasts over 150 research centers and networks, making it a leading research university worldwide. The institution also publishes numerous articles and books annually, showcasing the expertise of its academics.
Entry Requirements:
- For the 1.5-year full-time program:
- A bachelor's degree with a minimum credit (65%) average calculated over the whole degree, from the University of Sydney, including a major in the humanities or social sciences, or an equivalent qualification.
- For the 1-year full-time program:
- Completion of the embedded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Publishing with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification.
- An Honours degree in a relevant discipline.
- Relevant professional work experience and a bachelor's degree with a minimum credit (65%) average or an equivalent qualification.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- You may need to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study with us.
