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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.
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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
Best countries to study publishing
Publishing study abroad programs
Publishing undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in publishing
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Digital Publishing and Communication: E-Publishing - BA American University of Florence, Italy
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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6,825 EUR
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January, May
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Media Communications and Publishing - BA (Hons) Bath Spa University, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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16,675 GBP
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September
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English Writing, Literature and Publishing - BBA The American University of Rome, Italy
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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21,000 EUR
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- January, September
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English: Editing and Publishing - BA Illinois College, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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36,870 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January
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English: Professional Writing and Publishing - BA University of Illinois at Chicago, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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33,616 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- January, August
Associate in publishing
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Desktop Publishing - AASc Lake Land College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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13,900 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January, June
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
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16,000 CAD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September, January
Certificate in publishing
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Communication and Interactive Digital Media: Publishing - Cert American University of Florence, Italy
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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6,825 EUR
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January, May
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Desktop Publishing - Cert (Arts) St. Charles Community College, USA
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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8,184 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- January, August
Publishing graduate programs
Master's in publishing
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Creative Writing and Publishing - MFA Long Island University Brooklyn, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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24,336 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September, January
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Creative Writing and Publishing - MFA DePaul University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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18,192 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September, January, March
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Creative Writing: Publishing - MA Bournemouth University, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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15,500 GBP
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September, January
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Writing and Publishing - MWP RMIT University, Australia
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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38,400 AUD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- February, July
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Publishing - MSc Pace University (in partnership with Kaplan International), USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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43,920 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- January, May
Certificate in publishing
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Publishing: Book, Magazine and Electronic - OCGCert Centennial College, Canada
- Program type
- Postgraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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17,303 CAD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September
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.