Program Overview

Overview

The Master of Writing, Editing and Publishing is a postgraduate program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the writing and publishing industry. The program covers all stages of the writing and publishing process, from creative writing to editing and publishing.

Program Highlights

• Learn from award-winning authors and arts industry professionals.
• Develop practical knowledge and experience in writing and editing across a range of genres.
• Intern at highly respected journals and publishing houses.
• Become qualified to meet the growing demand for mastery of the written word.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Master of Writing, Editing and Publishing, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• For a 1.5-year degree (24 units of study):
  • A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
  • A graduate certificate in writing, editing, and publishing.
  • A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline plus 2 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience.
• For a 1-year degree (16 units of study):
  • A bachelor honors degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Relevant disciplines include English, English literature, writing, journalism, communication, art history, history, law, and other relevant fields from the humanities and social sciences.
• A grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in the previous qualification.
• Applicants must submit a 10-page portfolio for review by the program convenor.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7.
• 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.

Fees and Scholarships

• The indicative annual fee for domestic students is $31,200 (2026).
• The indicative annual fee for international students is AUD $45,792 (2026).
• Scholarships are available, including the Qin Sirong and Yin Hongxiu Scholarship, Business Scholarship for Chinese Students, Paul Compton Scholarship, and Professor Chwei-Liang Chiou Scholarship.

How to Apply

• All international applications should be submitted to UQ.
• The program code for the Master of Writing, Editing and Publishing is 5681.
• This program is available in multiple durations. Applicants can apply for any duration as long as they meet the entry requirements.
• When applying, select the preferred duration. If the applicant does not meet the requirements for their first preference, they will be automatically considered for entry into a longer duration.

Career Possibilities

• Author
• Editor
• Editorial writer
• Content writer
• Book editor
• Copywriter
• Digital editor
• Digital content writer
• Publishing executive
• Online publisher

Next Steps After Graduation

Our graduates have built rewarding careers in publishing, editing, and professional writing, with some going on to become best-selling authors and creatives. This program offers graduates a wide range of opportunities to pursue freelance or full-time careers in writing, editing, and publishing.