
Course Description
Turn your Novel writing aspirations into reality!
Our Novel Writing and Getting Published Course equips you with the skills to write compelling fiction and navigate the journey to publication. If you’re passionate about storytelling and want to see your work in print, this course is designed to help you succeed.
What You’ll Be Able to Do in Your Job Role
This course isn’t just about writing techniques; it prepares you for the practical realities of becoming a professional novelist. Here’s how this course will equip you to thrive in the writing and publishing world:
- Develop Captivating Novels: You’ll learn how to create engaging plots, build multi-dimensional characters, and craft immersive settings. Whether you’re writing contemporary fiction, fantasy, or historical novels, you’ll be able to structure your stories in a way that keeps readers hooked from start to finish.
- Polish Your Writing for Publication: Through detailed instruction on editing, you’ll be able to refine your work to meet professional standards. You’ll learn how to edit for consistency, clarity, and style, ensuring your manuscript is ready to impress publishers and agents.
- Navigate the Publishing Process: This course provides insight into the practical side of the publishing world. You’ll understand how to find the right publisher, write compelling synopses, handle rejections, and negotiate contracts. You’ll also learn about self-publishing options and how to take advantage of e-books and online platforms to reach a wider audience.
- Pitch Your Work to Agents and Publishers: By the end of the course, you’ll be able to effectively pitch your novel to literary agents and publishers. You’ll know how to present your work professionally, from crafting query letters to submitting your manuscript with confidence.
- Prepare for a Sustainable Writing Career: Alongside creative writing skills, you’ll learn about managing the financial and legal aspects of your writing career, including copyright, royalties, contracts, and taxation. This knowledge will empower you to turn your passion for writing into a sustainable profession.
Flexible, Self-Paced Learning
Our online course allows you to study at your own pace, fitting your learning around other commitments. You can start whenever you’re ready, and work towards your writing goals from the comfort of your own home.
Take the First Step Today
Ready to make your dream of becoming a published author a reality? Call us today on +61 1300 783 283 to enrol and start your journey towards a successful writing career.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Australian College online courses nationally recognised?
Australian College is a Registered Training Organisation, regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). All of our Certificate and Diploma courses are accredited as nationally recognised qualifications. We also offer professional development courses which are not accredited nor nationally recognised but provide you the opportunity to improve on your existing skills.
Regular Contact from Us. Yes – We Call You!
Australian College is proactive about being in touch. When you apply to enrol, our Student Support team will call you immediately and guide you through to finish the enrolment process. They will also contact you regularly to ensure you are on track and comfortable with online learning. After your onboarding has been completed a Student Adviser will make contact to introduce themselves as your main point of contact and assistance with your ongoing study. You will continue to receive regular phone calls, emails and SMS to check your progress and offer help. If we see you getting behind, we will increase our efforts to contact you to ensure you are getting the help you need. Study online - not alone and be supported every step of the way!
Access to Course Materials
All of the course materials are accessed and completed online, allowing learners to complete subjects at a time and place that suits them. Online course login details are provided via email as soon as the enrolment details are finalised. Online learners can: ● Access online learning and assessment materials 24/7 ● Submit assessments, view assessment results and assessor feedback ● Update their contact details
No Exams and lots of Help
There are no stressful exams. Our assessments are thorough but are self-paced and help is only a phone call or email away. Activities that you are asked to do are practical and based on real life workplace experiences and needs. Once you start your course, you will be issued your course timetable and we will help you keep to it so that you end up with the qualification that you deserve as quickly as is feasible.
Start and study anytime – Enjoy the flexibility
Australian College does not have strict starting dates, giving you the ability to decide when you want to start your course. Once your enrolment is approved your personal login details will give you access to your course materials 24/7 and allowing you the flexibility to choose when and where you study.
Course Summary
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Access to a computer with word processing, PDF reader capabilities and an internet connection
- A good command of written English
- Ability to allocate appropriate study hours per week
If you have these essential requirements, then you can get started immediately.






