MA Publishing

Manchester Metropolitan University

Delivered in collaboration with leading industry professionals, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for a variety of careers in publishing.You will explore the complex anatomies and eco-systems of the publishing industry and its markets in the UK and internationally, as well as the trends, innovations, opportunities and challenges facing this rapidly changing profession.Through the duration of the course, you will gain a working knowledge of the business of publishing, examining the structures of a range of organisational models, from major corporate brands to small independent outfits and you will develop an understanding of the different stages, roles and skills involved in the publishing process, and the different publishing formats and platforms available.Career prospectsThis is a practical degree, with many of our students gaining employment before they complete the course. You will be equipped with the skills to pursue a variety of careers in digital and print publishing, including:editorialproductionsales and marketingThe emphasis is on getting you the practical skills and experience to enter the highly competitive publishing industry. With full access and training in industry programmes, all assessments replicate tasks you might undertake as a publishing professional.

Department of English