Graduate Diploma in Publishing
The information on this page applies to future students. Current students should refer to their faculty handbooks for course information.
The Graduate Diploma in Publishing degree, accredited by the Australian Publishers Association (APA), equips you with the skills required for book, magazine, digital and online publishing. This degree offers both professional training with direct vocational applications, as well as providing a scholarly approach to the history of publishing, its cultural significance and changing directions.
The Graduate Diploma in Publishing is aimed at students who wish to take up, or already occupy, career positions in publishing or in other organisations where an in-depth understanding of the publishing world would enhance their professional prospects.
You will have the opportunity to study aspects of book, magazine and online editing; manuscript preparation; print and website production; publication design; and marketing. This range of study provides you with both hands-on production skills and an in-depth understanding of how our culture consumes print and online content.
You will have the option of selecting an elective internship unit as well as an extra-curricular anthology project so our graduates are equipped with real world experience, professional network connections and the opportunity to develop a portfolio.
Within the spectrum of book, magazine and online publishing, career areas can include editing and proof reading; publication design and layout; literary agent or publicist; or creative, non-fiction or professional writer. Our course is taught by current industry professionals with extensive experience in book, magazine and online publishing.
Units of study
For full information on Units of Study available in this course, please visit the Sydney Courses website
Full units of study list
- ARIN6901 - Network Society
- ARIN6902 - Internet Cultures and Governance
- ARIN6903 - Exploring Digital Cultures
- ARIN6912 - Digital Research and Publishing
- ARTS7000 - Academic Communication for Postgraduates
- ENGL6936 - Writers at Work: Fiction
- ENGL6937 - Major Movements in Contemporary Prose
- ENGL6970 - Magazines and Australian Print Culture
- ENGL6984 - Creative Non-Fiction Workshop
- MECO6900 - News Writing
- MECO6901 - Dealing with the Media
- MECO6902 - Legal & Ethical Issues in Media Practice
- MECO6906 - Literary Journalism: History and Theory
- MECO6908 - Strategy Selection in Corporate PR
- MECO6909 - PR Management and Conflict Resolution
- MECO6912 - Political Public Relations
- MECO6913 - Public Opinion,Policy and Public Sphere
- MECO6914 - Making Magazines
- MECO6915 - Writing Features: Narrative Journalism
- MECO6916 - Editing and Manuscript Preparation
- MECO6917 - Book Production and Publishing Business
- MECO6924 - Broadcast Journalism
- MECO6925 - Online Journalism
- MECO6927 - Organisational Communication
- MECO6930 - Publication Design
Further course information
Study plan
The Graduate Diploma in Publishing requires the satisfactory completion of 6 units of study (36 credit points) (cp), including 3 core units of study. Other units of study are normally chosen from the list of approved electives, or undertaken in a relevant or related field, subject to the approval of the academic coordinator.
Graduate opportunities
The courses are aimed at students who wish to take up, or already occupy, career positions in publishing or other organisations where an in-depth understanding of publishing would enhance their professional prospects. Those who already hold publishing skills will broaden their knowledge to acquire an overview of production and management processes qualifying them for promotion. Recent humanities graduates can gain practical knowledge through work placement and production unit.
Admission
Admission requirements
Admission to candidature for the Graduate Diploma in Publishing requires:
(a) a bachelor’s degree with a minimum credit (60%) average, from the University of Sydney, including a major in the humanities or social sciences, or an equivalent qualification; or
(b) completion of the Graduate Certificate in Publishing with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification.
How to apply
Domestic students
How to apply
Australian citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens, and holders of a permanent humanitarian visa, apply through UAC - click on the 'Apply now' icon on this page to proceed with your application.
Please note: not all courses are offered in the July semester intake.
International students
How to apply
Overseas applicants may apply:
(i) directly to the University via the International Office. Further information on applications and English language requirements and support services for international students is available on the International Office website; or
(ii) through a University overseas representative (education agent).
Note: International students are required to enrol on a full-time basis.
Fee disclaimer
Domestic students
Indicative postgraduate student contribution amount
Indicative postgraduate student contribution amount not available for Graduate Diploma in Publishing.
Annual review for postgraduate student contribution amount
Annual review for postgraduate student contribution amount not available for Graduate Diploma in Publishing.
Postgraduate Domestic Tuition Fee
This 2013, tuition fee for a domestic postgraduate student represents the fee that is payable by you in the calendar year you commence your course, commencing in 2012 for a standard annual full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). If your study load is more or less than the 1.0 EFTSL your fee will differ.
Annual review for postgraduate domestic tuition fee
Importantly, tuition fees are subject to annual review by the University, and are likely to increase each year of your period of study, effective at the start of each calendar year.
Additional incidental fees
For some courses there are incidental fees additional to the student contribution and/or course fee. Some of those fees are significant, for example, faculty-specific materials, tools, protected clothing and equipment. For further information about these additional incidental fees, please visit the University's Future Students' website.
Potential for inaccuracy
Whilst every reasonable effort has been made to include correct and up to date information in this prospectus, you are also advised to consult directly with the Student Centre for domestic students or the International Office for international students so that they can provide you with specific and up to date information about those fees.
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Please note that if you are classified by the University as a Research Training Scheme student in accordance with the Other Grants Guidelines (Research) 2010, you will be exempt from the payment of any SCA or tuition fees for courses undertaken as part of a Research Masters degree and Research Doctoral degree. More information about your eligibility for this Scheme is available here.
International students
International tuition fees for postgraduate students
This 2013, tuition fee for international postgraduate students represents the fees that are payable by you in the calendar year you commence your course, commencing in 2013, for a standard annual full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). If your study load is more or less than the 1.0 EFTSL your fee will differ.
Annual review
Importantly, tuition fees are subject to annual review, and are likely to increase each year of your period of study, effective at the start of each calendar year.
Additional incidental fees and health insurance
For some courses there are incidental fees additional to the tuition fees. Some of those fees are significant, for example, faculty-specific materials, tools, protected clothing, and equipment. The University's Future Students' webpage has further information about these additional incidental fees for postgraduate coursework students and postgraduate research students.
In addition to the fees indicated here for the course of study, International Students studying on an Australian Student Visa must have appropriate health insurance for the duration of their studies on a Student Visa through an approved provider of the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) scheme. This is a requirement of the Australian Government, unless otherwise exempted by the Government.
Potential for inaccuracy
Whilst every reasonable effort has been made to include correct and up to date information here, you are also advised to consult directly with the Student Centre for domestic students or the International Office for international students so that they can provide you with specific and up to date information about those fees.