Program Overview
The Publishing at Simon Fraser University is a Master programme in Humanities over 16 months, delivered On-campus. 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 humanities. 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 Publishing programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 16 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Burnaby, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Publishing programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Topics in Publishing Management
- Editorial Theory and Practice
- Design and Production Management
- Book Publishing Project
- Publishing Technology Project: Foundations
- Publishing Industry & Structure: Books and Long-Form Titles
- Design and Production Management
- Magazine Publishing Project
- Publishing Technology Project: Explorations
- Canada\x92s Publishing Industries
- History of Publishing
- Technology and Evolving Forms of Publishing
- Publishing Internship or Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to the Master of Publishing program, applicants must have a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with a minimum second-class average (3.0 or greater GPA).
Applicants must also:
\xc2\x95 demonstrate a background understanding of the publishing industry
\xc2\x95 be capable of running page layout software
\xc2\x95 be familiar with the basic principles of marketing and managerial accounting
\xc2\x95 demonstrate basic competence in copy editing and proofreading
\xc2\x95 demonstrate excellent skills in spoken and written English
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Simon Fraser University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Simon Fraser University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 16 months