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Master of Arts - Editing and Publishing

University of Southern Queensland
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #28
Degree MARA
Duration 18 months
Delivery Hybrid
Location Toowoomba, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Master of Arts - Editing and Publishing at University of Southern Queensland is a MARA programme in Arts & Design over 18 months, delivered Hybrid. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Master of Arts - Editing and Publishing programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 18 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: Hybrid
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Toowoomba, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Arts - Editing and Publishing programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:

  1. Creative Director
  2. Graphic / UX Designer
  3. Art Director
  4. Curator
  5. Visual Artist
  6. Media Producer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Research Design
  2. Introduction to Editing and Publishing
  3. Writing for Editors
  4. Editing in Practice
  5. Professional Practice in Editing and Publishing
  6. Publishing and Production Management
  7. Introduction to Electronic Publishing
  8. Publishing Project
  9. Master of Arts Project A
  10. Master of Arts Project B

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

  • Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree such as a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Creative Arts or equivalent from a recognised institution, with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0, and

  • A minimum of two years professional experience in the given discipline/field.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About University of Southern Queensland

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University of Southern Queensland

Toowoomba, Australia

TheUniversity of Southern Queenslandis a publicresearch universitybased inToowoomba,Queensland,Australia, the sixth largest city in the Australian state ofQueensland. Founded in 1967 after a...

University Profile
  • Start Date Feb, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 18 months