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| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,252 - ≈ € 11,280 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Edinburgh / United Kingdom | ||
| Start Date: | September | ||
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Edinburgh Napier University
Train to become a publisher of books and magazines, in print and online media, with an intensive, practical course that is rooted in the publishing industry - this course offers you the specialist training and experience required to succeed in the fast-paced world of publishing. You'll gain a broad knowledge of the publishing industry and specific skills which are highly attractive to publishing employers.
You'll study modules in publishing practice and have the opportunity to undertake a work placement and a dissertation which enables you to conduct an in depth piece of research into the area of publishing which interests you most.
You'll graduate with an excellent understanding of the industry in an international context, including traditional book and magazine publishing, digital and corporate publishing. The course is structured in a way that you will become familiar with every aspect of the publishing process and get the opportunity to make valuable industry contacts.
Each year students in this course attend the London International Book Fair and the Edinburgh International Book Fair, as well as various book festivals and magazine award ceremonies. Each month students have the opportunity to meet informally with industry professionals at the UNESCO Literary Salon, and to socialise with publishers from all sectors of the industry at numerous book launches, literary events, author readings, etc.
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Skills
With close links to the publishing industry, the Postgraduate Publishing programme at Edinburgh Napier is in tune with what employers want.
You'll gain a wide range of skills and specialised professional knowledge and understanding which will make you ideally placed to enter the publishing industry. In addition to developing skills in critical thinking and problem solving, you will develop an in-depth skill set and understanding of the editorial function (for print and online publications), marketing, publicity, business management, production, design and digital technology.
The education you receive and the valuable skills you gain during your time with us ensure that you are fully prepared for entry into the complex global business of publishing.
Career Prospects
As Edinburgh's top university for Graduate Employability (HESA 2010) and one of the top in the UK for Graduate Prospects (The Independent and The Times University Guides for 2009), we can offer you a valuable head-start in your chosen career.
We have an excellent record of placing graduates in relevant employment because we provide you with the most up to date skills required by a rapidly advancing industry. A work placement module is integral to the programme. Your work placement, and possible first job, may well be in one of these areas:
* book publishing
* magazine and journal publishing
* corporate publishing
* digital publishing
* design and printing.
Contents
The course is studied full-time over one year and is split up into three trimesters with attendance of approximately 2.5 days per week. It is also possible to study by individualised part-time study over two years (approximately 1 or 2 days a week).
You'll learn through a variety of teaching methods including lectures, seminars & workshops, tutorials, and independent study. There are also regular master classes and visits from professionals working at the highest level in the industry. You will also get the chance to publish a project to professional standards and to contribute to publications in both print and online.
Our new Work Placement module has proven highly successful, even leading to full-time employment for some students. The placements are organised by the Module Leader and every Publishing student is guaranteed a place. Many students have had the opportunity to complete more than one placement, and the list of placements is extremely varied - from authors' agents to publishing houses, from printers to design agencies - thus providing for all publishing interests.
Trimester 1
Publishing in Context, Publishing in Practice: From Concept to Creation, Creative Toolkit
These modules will introduce you to current practices in the publishing industry, and give a basic knowledge of key aspects of the publishing process. Successful completion of these modules will make you eligible for a Postgraduate Certificate.
Trimester 2
Publishing Placement & Professional Development, Publishing in Practice: From Creation to Consumer, and a module from the Option Pool, which should allow you to specialise in your chosen area. At present, you can choose from New Venture Creation, From Script to Screen or Interactive Media. A Magazine Publishing module is also planned.
These modules introduce you to business development and management, marketing theory and techniques, rights and product exploitation, and experience of the publishing workplace. Successful completion of these modules will make you eligible for a Postgraduate Diploma.
Trimester 3
You will work on your dissertation, an indepth, industry based research project. On successful completion of this you will be awarded a masters degree.
For detailed information on individual modules, visit the Module Description page
Professional accreditation
Please ensure that if you are seeking a course which leads to accreditation with a professional body you have checked what the requirements are or have contacted us for specific advice. We cannot accept any responsibility if the course you select does not subsequently meet your requirements.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Applicants should have a good Honours Degree in a subject other than publishing, or a qualification deemed by the programme management team to be equivalent. Alternatively, applicants with qualifications and experience judged by the programme management team to demonstrate that the candidate has the potential to benefit from the course will be considered on individual merit.
Applicants whose native language is not English must have IELTS level 7.0, or the equivalent standard in TOEFL, the Cambridge Certificate in English as a Foreign Language, or other related qualification.
Wherever possible, candidates who appear well qualified will be invited for interview, and the enthusiasm and commitment to publishing which they can demonstrate will be of the highest importance to the selectors.
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
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