Authors and Writers

Technical writers usually require a university degree in the area of specialization, such as computer science or engineering.
Copywriters usually require a university degree or college diploma in French, English, marketing, advertising or another discipline.
Creative writing programs are offered by universities and colleges.
Talent and ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, are important hiring criteria.
Membership in a guild or union related to the occupation may be required.

High School Diploma
Certificate
Diploma
Post-diploma
Associate
Bachelor

Researching
Writing
Publications

Journalism
English (Composition)
Family Studies
Computer-related courses

	Centennial College Toronto, Ontario, CA Related Program(s): Professional Writing Certificate; Online; Distance Business Writing Certificate; Online; Distance	Request Info
	University of Waterloo Waterloo, Ontario, CA Related Program(s): English - Creative and Professional Writing Bachelor; Co-op; Honours English - Rhetoric, Media and Professional Communication Bachelor; Co-op; Honours	Request Info
	Concordia University Montreal, Québec, CA Related Program(s): English and Creative Writing (BA) Bachelor; Honours Creative Writing (BA) Bachelor; Honours	Request Info
	OCAD University Toronto, Ontario, CA Related Program(s): Creative Writing Bachelor	Request Info
	Western University London, Ontario, CA Related Program(s): Creative Writing and English Language and Literature Bachelor; Honours	Request Info

Modified on January 26, 2022

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