Course Introduction
Course Summary
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
COURSE FEES
Course Description
Certificate in Professional Writing (Short Story Writing) WRI
Our Short Story Writing Course is designed to equip aspiring writers with the skills they need to craft captivating, marketable short stories and succeed in the writing industry.
What You’ll Be Able to Do in Your Job Role
This 12-week course goes beyond theory, giving you practical skills to apply in a variety of professional contexts. Whether you are looking to enter the literary world, contribute to media publications, or pursue a writing career, here’s how you’ll benefit:
- Craft Compelling Short Stories for the Market: You’ll learn how to create short stories that resonate with readers and meet market demands. By mastering storytelling techniques, you’ll be able to write engaging, well-structured narratives that stand out in today’s competitive writing landscape.
- Refine and Polish Your Writing for Professional Submission: The course will guide you through rewriting and editing processes, ensuring your stories are polished, professional, and ready for submission. You’ll gain the confidence to present your work to publishers, agents, and other key industry contacts.
- Identify and Target Writing Markets: You’ll develop the skills to identify the most suitable markets for your short stories, whether in Australia or internationally. This insight will help you strategically position your writing for success, enabling you to navigate the publishing industry with ease.
- Network with Industry Professionals: You’ll be introduced to techniques for building a professional network within the writing community. By understanding how to connect with other writers, publishers, and editors, you’ll increase your chances of getting your work published and advancing in your writing career.
- Present Your Work Professionally: Knowing how to effectively pitch and present your stories is crucial. The course covers presentation protocols, helping you prepare your work in a format that meets industry standards, increasing its appeal to potential buyers and publishers.
Flexible, Self-Paced Learning
With our flexible, self-paced online learning platform, you can start anytime and study from anywhere. Fit your course around your current commitments while taking meaningful steps towards your writing career.
Start Your Writing Journey Today!
Ready to turn your storytelling passion into a career? Call us on +61 1300 783 283 to enrol now and begin your journey towards becoming a successful short story writer.
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.
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Course Summary
| Course Code | WRI |
|---|---|
| Qualification gained | Australian College Course in Professional Writing (Short Story Writing) |
| Study mode | Flexible delivery online |
| Flexible duration | Up to 12 months |
| Study load | Self-paced |
| Start date | Start anytime |
| Assessment method | Short Answer Questions, Writing Assessments |
| Nationally recognised | No |
| Course units | Module 1 – Foundations of Writing and the Industry
Reading 1 – Overview of the Writing Industry Reading 2 – Short Story Writing
Module 2 – Refining your Short Story Reading 1 – The Art of Writing Your Stories Reading 2 – Elements of the Contemporary Short Story Reading 3 – Polishing Your Stories |
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.