Writing
Qualifications
Overview
Through Writing studies at university, you will learn to analyse, create, and present arguments in a logical and structured manner.
You will also learn to vary your style of writing to communicate clearly and effectively with your target readers, and improve your proofreading and editing techniques.
While you cannot major or minor in Writing as an undergraduate student, you can take courses in the subject as part of any degree.
See also English or Media and Communication major or minor studies, or the Bachelor of Communication.
Postgraduate programmes in Writing
- Master of Writing
- Graduate Diploma in Journalism
- Graduate Diploma in Strategic Communication
- Master of Strategic Communication
You may also consider general postgraduate studies in English or Media and Communication.
Clear written communication skills are a prerequisite for any job, and at any level of employment. Whether for professional communication, technical writing, or creative media, you will be able to apply your skills for a wide range of purposes.
Find out more about what you can do with a degree from UC.
Contact us
Phone +64 3 369 3377
Email artsdegreeadvice@canterbury.ac.nz
Location
Level 6, Karl Popper building – see campus maps
Postal address
Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
New Zealand
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