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    Publishing degrees abroad

    Publishing is the study of how books, magazines, journals, and digital texts are produced, marketed, and consumed.

    You’ll develop a detailed understanding of publishing operations, including planning, designing, and editing. You’ll also build your professional skills by working closely with authors and learning about copyright law. As well as looking at the history of the industry, you’ll examine contemporary trends, like the rapid emergence of digital publications.

    Studying publishing abroad will put you at the forefront of a rapidly changing global industry. You’ll see how texts are modified, translated, and distributed to meet the needs of readers in different countries and cultures. You’ll have the chance to visit foreign publishing houses, work alongside leading publishers, and improve your employability.

    Publishing program structure

    You can study publishing at various undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Two-year associate degrees lay the foundations for entry-level employment or further study on a bachelor’s program.

    Bachelor’s degrees in publishing are normally studied over three or four years, depending on your university. While you can study publishing as a stand-alone subject, you’re more likely to find it paired with another field as part of a joint-honors BA. Some of the most common pairings include English, creative writing, history, media, and business.

    Master’s programs lasting one or two years are the most popular choice amongst aspiring publishers. To enroll in an MA course, you’ll need to have a bachelor’s degree in any subject, but qualifications in the humanities and social sciences are often preferred.

    A PhD is the highest formal qualification available. These research-based degrees require at least four years of study, but programs can last up to seven or eight years.

    As a publishing student, your timetable will be made up of lectures, seminars, workshops, and tutorials. You’ll probably be assessed through a mixture of essays, exams, presentations, and research projects.

    Every university publishing program will offer different elective modules, so you can tailor your program to reflect your interests and strengths. However, most will cover these fundamental topics:

    • History of publishing
    • Creating text for publication
    • Digital publishing
    • Cultural contexts of publishing
    • The editorial process
    • Print and society
    • Legal and ethical publishing
    • Publishing issues and innovations

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    Publishing undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in publishing

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      Creative Writing and Publishing Media - BA (Hons) Sheridan College, Canada

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,389 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 18,047 CAD

      Start date
      September
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      Editing and Publishing - BA Illinois College, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      32,540 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 32,540 USD

      Start date
      August
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      English - English Professional Writing & Publishing Emphasis - BA/BSc University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      16,800 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,800 USD

      Start date
      January, September
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      Professional Writing - Publishing Track - BA Juniata College, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      44,770 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 44,770 USD

      Start date
      January, September
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      Publishing & Communications - BA (Hons) Falmouth University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      20,873 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 15,000 GBP

      Start date
      September
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    Associate in publishing

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      Desktop Publishing - AASc Lake Land College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      13,500 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,500 USD

      Start date
      January, June, August
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      Website Publishing and Design - ASc College of the Canyons, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,000 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,000 USD

      Start date
      August, February, June
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    Diploma in publishing

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      Writing and Publishing (Vernon Campus) - Dip Okanagan College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      11,513 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,440 CAD

      Start date
      January, September
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    Certificate in publishing

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      Desktop Publishing - Cert (Arts) St. Charles Community College, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      5,520 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 5,520 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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      Web Publishing - Cert College of Alameda, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      7,950 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 7,950 USD

      Start date
      January, June, August
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    Publishing graduate programs

    Master's in publishing

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      Creative Writing and Publishing - MFA DePaul University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      22,880 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 22,880 USD

      Start date
      January, March, September
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      Creative Writing and Publishing - MA Bournemouth University, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      19,481 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,000 GBP

      Start date
      January, September
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      Digital Media and Communications: Journalism and Social Media Publishing - MA University of Nicosia, Cyprus

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      18 months
      Annual tuition fee
      8,225 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 6,930 EUR

      Start date
      February, June, September
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      Publishing - MSc Pace University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      43,920 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 43,920 USD

      Start date
      January, September
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      Publishing Studies - MLitt University of Stirling, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      19,898 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,300 GBP

      Start date
      September
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    Certificate in publishing

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      Creative Book Publishing - PGCert Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      6 months
      Annual tuition fee
      13,181 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,532 CAD

      Start date
      May
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      Publishing - Book, Magazine and Electronic - PGCert Centennial College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      13,180 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,531 CAD

      Start date
      September
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    Future publishing careers

    A degree in publishing will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and industry insight you’ll need to begin a successful career in the field.

    You’ll also acquire a wide range of transferable communication, analytical, and creative skills that can be applied across several roles and sectors, including:

    • Publisher
    • Editor
    • Teacher
    • Author
    • Public relations officer
    • Advertising specialist
    • Literary agent
    • Sales manager

    Gaining as much relevant work experience as possible during the university holidays is vital if you’re hoping to secure employment in this increasingly competitive profession. Most universities have a career service that can help you find placement opportunities and apply for them.