MSc Publishing is the first and only Publishing programme in the UK to be accredited by the Periodical Training Council. The PTC is the lead body for best practice in training, development and people management for the business media industry.
Train to become a publisher of books and magazines, in print and online media, with an intensive, practical course that is rooted in the publishing industry - this course offers you the specialist training and experience required to succeed in the fast-paced world of publishing. You'll gain a broad knowledge of the publishing industry and specific skills which are highly attractive to publishing employers.
You'll study modules in publishing practice and have the opportunity to undertake a work placement and a dissertation which enables you to conduct an in depth piece of research into the area of publishing which interests you most.
You'll graduate with an excellent understanding of the industry in an international context, including traditional book and magazine publishing, digital and corporate publishing. The course is structured in a way that you will become familiar with every aspect of the publishing process and get the opportunity to make valuable industry contacts.
Each year students in this course attend the London International Book Fair and the Edinburgh International Book Fair, as well as various book festivals and magazine award ceremonies. Each month students have the opportunity to meet informally with industry professionals at the UNESCO Literary Salon, and to socialise with publishers from all sectors of the industry at numerous book launches, literary events, author readings, etc.
More information can be found at www.publishingdegree.co.uk.
With close links to the publishing industry, the Postgraduate Publishing programme at Edinburgh Napier is in tune with what employers want. Our industry accreditation proves this.
You'll gain a wide range of skills and specialised professional knowledge and understanding which will make you ideally placed to enter the publishing industry. In addition to developing skills in critical thinking and problem solving, you will develop an in-depth skill set and understanding of the editorial function (for print and online publications), marketing, publicity, business management, production, design and digital technology.
The education you receive and the valuable skills you gain during your time with us ensure that you are fully prepared for entry into the complex global business of publishing.