Victoria University

Bachelor of Arts (Writing)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Writing major is designed for students who enjoy writing and are interested in developing and consolidating their writing skills and experience. As part of this major, students will extend their practical and analytical writing skills and their understanding of theoretical concepts, in the area of creative and professional writing. Lectures and practical writing workshops give students an opportunity to employ a range of writing genres, including fiction writing, memoir, scriptwriting, and journalism. All units balance the practical development of expertise in writing, and analysis of the writing of others, within a broader social and cultural context.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 70–104 Ballarat Road, Footscray

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)

  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET/TAFE) study

  • Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
  • Completion of Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent).

Applicants with higher education study

  • Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent).
  • or;
  • Completion of a single unit of Higher Education studies.
  • or;
  • Completion of a bridging or enabling course e.g., Foundation course or equivalent.

Applicants with work & life experience

  • Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Humanities, Social Sciences, Creative Arts, or similar.
  • or;
  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago. plus;
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).

Special Admission Programs

Our special admission programs cover a range of access and equity schemes that allow applicants from participating schools or disadvantaged social, economic, or cultural environments to receive additional consideration. These include:

  • Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) for VTAC applicants.
  • Special consideration for direct applicants.

Applicants for this course will need to have met the academic requirements and prerequisites for this course outlined below.

  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).
  • OR:
  • Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
  • PLUS:
  • IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score or 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking).
  • OR:
  • Completion of a Foundation course or equivalent.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

  • Diploma - an overall result of at least 20
  • Bachelor courses - an overall result of at least 24
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $88,200 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Full Fee Tuition:
$88,200
Enquire with Victoria University to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $88,200 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Arts (Writing) will prepare you for the following roles.

Copywriter

A Copywriter produces written material for use in advertising and promotional material. You might write about a product or service or about an orga...

Avg yearly income $93,340
Entry barriers Low

Creative Writer

A Creative Writer is responsible for crafting engaging content across various platforms, including websites, social media, marketing materials, and...

Avg yearly income $65,000
Entry barriers Low

Editorial Writer

An Editorial Writer is responsible for producing insightful written content that informs and engages the audience on various topics, often working ...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Journalist

A Journalist writes and presents news stories in a range of media formats. You might research news events and conduct interviews with news subjects...

Avg yearly income $79,976
Entry barriers Low

Scriptwriter

Scriptwriters are specialist writers who write scripts for movies, TV programs, online games, streaming shows, and corporate video. They may develo...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Writer

A Writer writes fiction and nonfiction pieces for a range of purposes. You might specialise in a particular type of writing such as poetry, short s...

Avg yearly income $85,020
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.