Professional Writing

Grant MacEwan College Communications and Writing Courses
MacEwan College offers a Bachelor of Communication Studies as well as open-enrolment professional development courses in professional writing.

Copy Writing
Langara College’s nine-course, 294-hour Advertising Copywriting Certificate Program exposes students to the skills and disciplines required for a successful career in advertising. All courses focus on the role the copywriter plays in the creation, present

Douglas College Diploma in Professional Writing
Douglas College offers a two-year Print Futures: Professional Writing diploma that includes a summer work experience component. Students learn the foundations of research, writing, editing, document design and production, interpersonal communications, and

Journalism
Langara's Journalism Program has earned a reputation as the top school for intensive, hands on training that leads to exciting careers in the media and related fields. Students gain the varied skills important for success in a multimedia world. Langara's

Simon Fraser University Certificates in Business and Technical Writing
Simon Fraser University offers a Certificate in Business Writing, Public Relations and Marketing Communication program and a Certificate in Technical Communication program. These part-time online programs are aimed at both beginners and professionals look

University of Victoria Minor in Professional Writing
The University of Victoria offers undergraduates the opportunity to minor in Professional Writing. Students learn industry standards and develop their writing skills for work in journalism, publishing, or government and corporate communications.

Memorial University Diploma in Professional Writing
Memorial University offers a Diploma in Professional Writing as a means of augmenting a degree program. Students learn to analyze and write different types of text and participate in an instructional field placement.

Algonquin College Diploma in Professional Writing
Algonquin College offers a two-year diploma program in Professional Writing. Students learn to write for print, broadcast, the Internet, and film and go on two 60-hour field placements.

Algonquin College Technical Writer Certificate
The Technical Writer Certificate is a year-long graduate program offered by Algonquin College. The curriculum includes a work placement and provides students with strong analytical and organizational skills. Students can seek employment in almost all fiel

Brock University Professional Writing
The Department of English Language & Literature at Brock University offers students a choice between a four-year BA with a major in English and Writing, Rhetoric and Discourse Studies, a minor in Professional Writing for undergraduates pursuing other

Centennial College Certificate in Professional Writing
Centennial College offers a part-time online Certificate in Professional Writing. This program comprises five courses and is aimed at getting written work published.

Centennial College Communications-Professional Writing Graduate Certificate Program
Centennial College offers a graduate certificate program with a focus on assessing audience needs and delivering thoughtful and relevant content, combined with effective project management techniques.

George Brown College Courses in Business Writing
George Brown College offers several online business writing courses, including Copywriting, Professional Communications, and Written Business Communications.

Humber College Certificate in Technical Writing
Humber College offers a part-time online Technical Writing Certificate program. Students learn to write for all industries, including computer services, telecommunications, banking, education, health care, and government.

Ryerson University Certificate in Media Writing Fundamentals
Ryerson University’s continuing education department offers a Certificate in Media Writing Fundamentals. Students learn to write for a variety of media genres, including drama, commercial, and fact-based writing such as science, business, and current affa

University of Toronto Program in Professional Writing and Communication
The University of Toronto Mississauga offers undergraduate students a minor and major program in Professional Writing and Communication. Courses cover writing for various subjects as well as the fundamentals of writing.

University of Western Ontario Technical and Professional Communication Program
The University of Western Ontario offers both a Certificate in Technical and Professional Communication for those who have not graduated from university and a diploma for those who hold an undergraduate degree.

York University Bachelor in Professional Writing
In collaboration with Seneca College, York University offers an Honours BA in Professional Writing. Students acquire a range of analytic, critical, and practical skills to prepare them for careers in publishing, journalism, non-profit institutions, the ar

York University Certificate in Technical and Professional Writing
York University also offers a two-year, part-time graduate certificate program in Technical & Professional Writing at its Glendon College campus. All courses are scheduled for evenings. Students will learn to interpret information effectively for a va

Concordia University Minor in Professional Writing
Concordia University offers undergraduates the opportunity to complete a minor in Professional Writing, regardless of their major. Courses focus on critical reading, technical writing, and business writing.