Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
Study period dates can be obtained from Swinburne's OUA website. The rapid pace of change in the ways in which information is accessed, utilised and converted into knowledge means that there is a growing need for graduates with both traditional and electronic professional and creative writing skills. The goal Swinburne's writing programs is to draw together print and performance-based texts, while exploring the local and global opportunities of electronic media.The writing suite of programs builds on the expertise of Swinburne academics in areas including: creative writing, electronic writing; information management; eCommunications and writing for learning technologies. These programs will give students access to the best materials in print and online as well as to experts in their field. Students will be supported by online mentors and tutors.
Aims & Objectives:
The aim of the Master of Arts (Writing) is to allow students to acquire a systematic and coherent body of knowledge, the underlying principles and concepts, and the associated communication and problem-solving skills associated with creative and professional writing. The program objectives are to allow students to: develop academic skills and attributes necessary to undertake research for creative and professional writing, comprehend and evaluate new information, concepts and evidence from a range of sourcesdevelop the ability to review, consolidate, extend and apply the knowledge and techniques learnt, including in a professional contextdemonstrate a high order of skill in analysis, critical evaluation and/or professional application through the planning and execution of project work or a piece of scholarship or research; and creativity in writingdemonstrate creativity and flexibility in the application of knowledge and skills to new situations, to solve complex problems and to think rigorously and independentlybuild on their skills for self directed and life-long learning
Course Structure:
The Master of Arts (Writing) incorporates the Graduate Certificate of Arts (Writing), and the Graduate Diploma of Arts (Writing). The master continues on from the graduate certificate and graduate diploma levels and consists of a further four units of study (700 level) including the core units: Publication Folio Part A and Publication Folio Part B. Each unit of study is worth 12.5 credit points. To complete the Master of Arts (Writing), a total of 12 units of study, worth 150 credit points, must be completed. The program is delivered entirely online and is supported with eTutors, tutorials, print materials, websites and CD-ROMs.
Units of Study:
Graduate Certificate LPW500 Critical Friends: The real and virtual support of writers (Core) LPW501 Journalism LPW505 Research for WritersLPW504 Real Life Writing Graduate Diploma LPW600 Reading and Writing (Core) LPW602 Writing History: People, Places and TimesLPW603 Script Adaptation: Stage, Screen and MultimediaLPW604 Online Writing MasterLPW705A Writing and Praxis: Publication Folio A (Core) LPW705B The Creative Artifact: Publication Folio B (Core) Choose two of the following non-core units: LPW707 Writing and New Media LPW704 Script Writing LPW706 Critical and Creative Practices: The Writerly Identity
Entry Requirements:
An appropriate honours degree or a four year undergraduate degree or equivalent. Applicants with an appropriate postgraduate diploma or equivalent are also eligible to apply. Special entry is also available through Recognition of Prior Learning and relevant experience. Entry points will vary according to Swinburne Exemption and RPL policies.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this program may be granted ‘credit’ and/or entry into the program with ‘advanced standing’. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to ‘Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide’ at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.Further details for students considering Higher Education courses: http://www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm
Course Fees:
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.For information about Swinburne's fees visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Application Procedure:
Application forms can be downloaded from the website at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/postgrad/apply/
Further information:
Web: Enquire online Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794) Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au
