Overview
You will learn how international publishing is continuing to evolve alongside the digital revolution.
The International Publishing programme from City, University of London gives you an applied understanding of how physical and digital texts are conceived, developed and marketed.
Your learning will be directly influenced by your own publishing interests. This could mean publishing for entertainment, education, research or information.
Together with research-led analytical assignments, you will develop a portfolio that reflects the range of professional roles in contemporary global publishing.
Career
The International Publishing MA graduates develop careers in a variety of organisations and most secure a publishing role within months of graduating.
This selection of positions secured by our recent International Publishing MA graduates shows the scope of potential global careers:
- Trainee, Foreign Language Publishing Co, Shanghai
- Editorial Business Analyst, Condé Nast Japan
- Publicist, Hachette New Zealand
- Magazine Publishing, Beijing
- Rights Assistant, Fiction, Paris
- Rights Assistant, Literary Agency
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Business and Marketing in Publishing
- The role of Editorial & Production: Managing Authors, Lists & Intellectual Property
- Digital Publishing
- Publishing History and Culture
- Major Project - Publishing and International Publishing (60 credits)
- International Publishing Case Studies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Marketing Creative Writing Journalism View 152 other Masters in Journalism in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
You should have:
- an upper second class honours degree or the equivalent from an international institution
- evidence of a commitment to a career in publishing (such as experience within bookselling or publishing, voluntary or professional experience on a publication)
- or evidence of research into current industry conditions
You are also encouraged to apply if you have relevant professional experience.
Tuition Fee
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International
16980 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16980 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
10080 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10080 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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