Oxford Brookes University, MA, Publishing (distance learning)

Entrants to the programme should possess the following:

• a 2:1 honours degree or above or international equivalent in any subject.
• demonstrable interest in the creative publishing industries, such as work experience or voluntary work in a publishing company or fulfilling a publishing-related function in a non-publishing organisation.
• two references; these may be, for example, two academic references, or one academic reference and one from an employer.
• access to the Internet through broadband or fast modem on a daily basis. This programme is delivered through web technology and makes extensive use of digital resources. In order to study effectively on this programme, students should have experience and familiarity with computer technology. 

Apply with references, a personal statement and supporting documents.

Your personal statement should explain why you want to study on the programme and your particular area of interest in publishing.

Discuss any work experience you have enjoyed that is relevant to the programme.

Applicants whose home language is not English must demonstrate that their level of reading, written and spoken English is appropriate for study at postgraduate level. This may be demonstrated through attaining one of the following qualifications: 

• British Council IELTS: Level 7 overall with 6.0 in each component.
• recognised and approved equivalent qualification