Overview
- Do you have a passion for storytelling and want to hone your writing skills in a supportive and creative environment? Develop an understanding of creative writing practices, theories, and philosophies that inform professional writers and the writing industry.
- Experiment with diverse writing forms, genres, and styles, and learn to write, edit, and proofread to a publishable standard.
- Think critically about writing, create compelling narratives in fiction and non-fiction, and connect with vibrant writing communities.
- Work collaboratively with other emerging and established writers, editors, and publishers to produce online and print publications. Engage in industry opportunities such as internships and volunteer positions, writers’ panels and festivals, and other literary events.
Career outcomes
As a graduate, you are equipped for various roles across the creative and communications industries as freelancers, or in corporate and community sectors such as arts, business, communications, law, education, and the media.
You can apply for roles as a:
- professional writer (fiction, non-fiction, or poetry)
- editor
- publisher
- travel writer
- script writer
- reviewer
- corporate writer
- game writer
- workshop facilitator
- media worker
- digital copywriter.
Makes me really proud
To be able to have a publishing career from Toowoomba – where I went to school and university – is something that makes me really proud.
Rory - Arts and Communication
What you'll study
Explore the courses you'll study as part of this major.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
Relevant degrees for this major
Bachelor of Arts
Future-proof your career and develop expertise with a flexible and transferable qualification. Personalise your studies with over 30 majors and minors, gain practical experience through work-based courses, and even study abroad to enrich your personal development and career opportunities.
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business
Combine business with specialised study areas like journalism or social justice. Customise your degree, gain industry experience, and graduate career-ready with two qualifications—saving time and boosting your employability with versatile skills and professional connections
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws
Explore a dynamic double degree that blends science with arts to broaden your career horizons. Tailor your studies to your interests and graduate with versatile, in-demand skills for roles in education, research, policy, communication, and beyond.
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science
Pursue a flexible double degree combining science and arts to unlock careers in education, research, policy, and more. Choose from diverse majors and graduate with strong analytical, research, and communication skills valued across industries. Why not combine Photojournalism with Wildlife Management, or Criminology with Biomedical Science?
Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries
Study core communication, media, and creative subjects, develop strategic and problem-solving skills, explore interdisciplinary majors, build leadership and collaboration abilities. Expand your learning and life experience with the opportunity to study abroad for global experience.
Diploma of Arts
The Diploma of Arts offers a flexible introduction to university study, allowing you to pursue your passion and tailor your education to your career goals. Benefit from career connections and flexible study options while gaining valuable, transferrable skills sought by employers.
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