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Study publishing abroad
An in-depth guide to studying publishing as an international student.
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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 study abroad programs
Publishing undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in publishing
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Creative Writing and Publishing - BA (Hons) Bath Spa University, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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19,551 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,300 GBP
- Start date
- September
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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
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16,800 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,800 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
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20,508 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,000 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Editing and Publishing - BA Illinois College, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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32,540 USD
Fee in university's local currency 32,540 USD
- Start date
- August
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Professional Writing - Publishing Track - BA Juniata College, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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44,770 USD
Fee in university's local currency 44,770 USD
- Start date
- January, September
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
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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
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7,950 USD
Fee in university's local currency 7,950 USD
- Start date
- January, August, June
Publishing graduate programs
Master's in publishing
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Publishing - MSc Pace University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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43,920 USD
Fee in university's local currency 43,920 USD
- Start date
- January, September
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Children's Publishing - MA Bath Spa University, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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19,551 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,300 GBP
- Start date
- January, September
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Digital Media and Communications – Specialisation: Journalism and Social Media Publishing - MA University of Nicosia, Cyprus
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 18 months
- Annual tuition fee
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8,305 USD
Fee in university's local currency 6,840 EUR
- Start date
- September
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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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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
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19,141 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,000 GBP
- Start date
- January, September
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
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13,053 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
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13,052 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,531 CAD
- 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.
