Graduate Certificate in Writing, Editing and Publishing

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Commonwealth Supported Places

There are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available in this course, which are competitive and awarded based on merit. To be considered for a CSP, applicants must:

  • Indicate their interest in a CSP on their application.
  • Apply on time in line with CSP deadlines (it is recommended applicants apply early as applications are assessed progressively).

Eligible applicants must accept their offer by the lapse date to retain their place. For application deadlines and information, please refer to Postgraduate courses with Commonwealth Supported Places.

This course is designed for those who wish to work in writing, editing, and publishing or for experienced creators who wish to enhance their existing knowledge. Distinguished by its four-decade legacy, the course boasts a track record of alumni excellence.

Benefit from instruction by active industry experts who provide insights into diverse professional settings. You will acquire a versatile skill set, developing the art of storytelling and the precision of editing, while honing analytical and collaborative strengths to stay agile in a shifting industry.

This course will equip you with the expertise to pursue roles such as publishing assistant, copyeditor, author, marketing assistant, content advisor, and more, across various creative and cultural sectors.

Students are taught by leading practitioners who are currently working in industry and who can offer guidance on how to work flexibly in a wide range of industry contexts.

Students develop a unique and adaptable understanding of writing, editing, publishing and creativity. They learn and simulate professional editing and publishing skills in tandem with authentic, practice-based skills such as narrative and fact-based writing as they build the analytical and collaborative capabilities that equip them to adapt to change.

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Course aims

The aims of Graduate Certificate in Writing Editing and Publishing are:

  • to enhance students’ knowledge and skills in writing, editing and publishing across a range of genres and forms,
  • to introduce students to the relationship between writers, editors and the writing industry, across a range of project types and contexts, and
  • to encourage students to reflect on changing roles and practices in the creative and cultural industries.

Study plan

To view the study plan please visit the UTS Handbook.

Course fees

For relevant fee information, please choose from the following:

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Careers

Career options may include working as a publishing assistant or independent small publisher; an in-house or freelance copyeditor (from technical and literary writing to educational, graphic, audio and transmedia texts); a professional author; a marketing assistant; a content advisor; a copywriter; a festival organiser; a cultural officer or programmer for a creative organisation; or a storyteller in the areas of creative nonfiction, fiction, gaming or transmedia.

Course structure

To view the course structure please visit the UTS Handbook.

Additional information

Course duration

The course is offered on a one-year, part-time basis.

On campus - Weekly

Admission requirements

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

  • Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study

OR

  • Professional or creative experience in the field, i.e. work in the professional writing, editing and publishing industries or adjacent fields such as songwriting and screenwriting, communications, content management or advertising AND A portfolio AND A general capacity to undertake tertiary education, demonstrated through post-secondary educational achievements which may include the satisfactory completion of non-award courses in writing, editing or publishing AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Writing, Editing, and Publishing

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

  • Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
    • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
    • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
    • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
    • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
    • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

For applicants who need to demonstrate interest in the course:

  • Personal statement outlining knowledge of the course and careers, how experience and skills could be applied to the course, and understanding of the opportunities present in the emerging media industries.

Portfolio is submitted as a writing portfolio of no more than 3000 words or equivalent and may include evidence of professional recognition such as achieving publication or working voluntarily in editorial, publishing or creative environments (e.g., writers’ festivals or editorial collectives).

The English proficiency requirement for local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

  • Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study

OR

  • Professional or creative experience in the field, i.e. work in the professional writing, editing and publishing industries or adjacent fields such as songwriting and screenwriting, communications, content management or advertising AND A portfolio AND A general capacity to undertake tertiary education, demonstrated through post-secondary educational achievements which may include the satisfactory completion of non-award courses in writing, editing or publishing AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Writing, Editing, and Publishing

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

  • Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
    • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
    • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
    • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
    • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
    • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

For applicants who need to demonstrate interest in the course:

  • Personal statement outlining knowledge of the course and careers, how experience and skills could be applied to the course, and understanding of the opportunities present in the emerging media industries.

Portfolio is submitted as a writing portfolio of no more than 3000 words or equivalent and may include evidence of professional recognition such as achieving publication or working voluntarily in editorial, publishing or creative environments (e.g., writers’ festivals or editorial collectives).

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. You can find the inherent requirements for your course via the inherent requirements directory.

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UTS: Handbook

See the Graduate Certificate in Writing, Editing and Publishing in the UTS: Handbook for comprehensive course details.

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How to apply

This course is only available to domestic applicants. Apply via the UTS Student Portal.

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Autumn Session 2025
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