Graduate Certificate in Writing
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Writing at UNE?
This course suits people from diverse backgrounds who wish to gain advanced skills in Writing. Students have the opportunity to study and apply forms of organisational, administrative and corporate writing; writing for the media; and publishing and editing in different types of communication, including print and online. The course provides a thorough grounding in up to date methods of research and informational retrieval that are relevant to the practice of writing. Students have the opportunity to undertake supervised projects relevant to particular work situations. The Graduate Certificate in Writing provides ample opportunities for students to use different genres and styles and so become versatile writers able to communicate effectively and creatively in diverse professional and community contexts. The course is taken part-time but full-time study may be possible, subject to scheduling of units.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may find employment in a range of areas including publishing, media, editing, public relations, public service, corporate writing, marketing communications, advertising and other fields in which employers value knowledge and skills in research, problem-solving, communication and writing.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
0.5 Years Full-timeUp to 2 years Part-time
FEES
Full FeeInternational
2012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC
For more information, click hereFormer or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE
For more information, click hereInternational Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | GradCertWriting | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | Full Fee / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 24 | |||||||||||||||
| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC For more information, click here
Former or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall: (a) have fulfilled all requirements for a degree of Bachelor of the University; or (b) have fulfilled the requirements for a degree or qualification of equivalent standing at another university or institution recognised by the faculty for this purpose; or (c) provide evidence of successful tertiary study and relevant professional experience, to show to the satisfaction of the school that he or she is adequately prepared for the candidature. |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a) have fulfilled all requirements for a degree of Bachelor of the University; or
(b) have fulfilled the requirements for a degree or qualification of equivalent standing at another university or institution recognised by the faculty for this purpose; or
(c) provide evidence of successful tertiary study and relevant professional experience, to show to the satisfaction of the school that he or she is adequately prepared for the candidature.
Advanced Standing
At the discretion of the course coordinator, a candidate may be granted advanced standing for units passed at this or another institution that have a reasonable degree of correspondence to units listed in the program of study. Not more than six credit points of advanced standing may be granted under this rule.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) 0.5 years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to two years as a part-time candidate.
Where a candidate has been granted advanced standing towards the Graduate Certificate, the school may reduce proportionately the period of candidature.
Course Requirements
1. To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 24 credit points at 300 level or above, including at least 12 credit points at 500 level.
2. Another six credit point unit relevant to Writing may be substituted for one of the units listed in the program of study.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Listed Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 24 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Writing.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.