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Overview
Learn how to inspire, engage and persuade your audiences with the Graduate Diploma of Writing and Literature. Build on writing skills you’ve developed at the undergraduate level or in your current role and gain a deeper understanding of the theory and history behind great pieces of writing.
Want the advanced writing and analysis skills needed to unlock exciting roles in publishing, marketing and teaching?
The Graduate Diploma of Writing and Literature at Deakin University attracts a broad spectrum of students, from aspiring authors looking to add polish to their storytelling, to editors striving for senior positions in the publishing industry. The common thread across our talented group of students is a deep love for reading and writing. Developing skills alongside students and teachers who share your passion is one of the highlights of this course.
Career
You’ll graduate from this course with more than just advanced writing skills. You’ll also have expertise in communication, problem solving, critical thinking and research – the kind of skills employers across all industries value.
This course puts you in a strong position to explore a range of career pathways, including:
- author
- editor
- literary critic
- publisher
- advertising executive
- communications specialist
- copywriter
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Foundations in Narrative Theory
- Foundations in Professional and Creative Writing
- Creating Your Arts Business
- Creative Nonfiction: the Personal Essay
- Fiction Writing: Story, Structure and Starting Out
- Publishing
- Editing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Language
English
Credits
8 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Disciplines
Creative Writing Literature View 17 other Masters in Creative Writing in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 79
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
Admission Requirements Specific Entry will be based on performance in:
- a Bachelor Degree in any discipline OR
- a Graduate Certificate in any discipline OR
- at least two years of relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)
Tuition Fee
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International
32600 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 32600 AUD per year and a duration of 12 months. -
National
22000 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 22000 AUD per year and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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