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Major

Professional Writing and Communication

Bachelors of Science / Arts

Gain the professional communication skills necessary for a contemporary workplace.

Professional writers design and implement innovative communication strategies in a wide range of industries, including government, non-profit, commercial and technical sectors. 

You will develop skills in multimedia production and storytelling, writing for print and digital environments, and editing. 

This major will prepare you for careers that require clear writing and creative communication in print or digital modes.

Highlights

1 in Queensland for arts and humanities

QS World University Rankings 2024

Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Communications officer
  • Corporate communications officer
  • Media and communications officer
  • Industry engagement manager
  • Proposal writer
  • Copywriter
  • Advertising strategist
  • Content writer
  • Editor
  • Digital content writer

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Overseas study
  • Studios
  • Workshops

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Writing Creatively
  • Multimedia
  • Public Relations Writing
  • Communication Law and Ethics

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