Publishing MA: Links with business and industry
How we work with industry partners
Studying this course means you'll have opportunities to be involved with organisations outside the University – you can find out about them here.
Our links with publishing professionals broaden your experience of the industry and ensure your teaching is relevant to the workplace. They also offer useful networking opportunities, whether you are new to publishing or looking to accelerate promotion.
You will benefit from:
- input into the course from our Advisory Board (read more in the Advisory Board);
- links with publishers, agents, literary festival organisers and authors;
- external speakers (read more in Masterclasses); and
- work placements and the chance of winning an industry-sponsored prize (read more in the Work placements and prizes)
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Related courses
Related to this course:
- Creative Writing and Publishing MA
- Fashion Journalism MA
- Journalism PgDip/MA
- Journalism in Open Societies MA
- Publishing & the Creative Economy MA
Other courses you might be interested in:
Our masterclasses are just one of the ways you get to interact with industry experts, providing opportunities to build valuable professional relationships.
Publishing scholarships
You may apply for Annual Fund or international scholarships worth up to £3,000 off your course fees. Once enrolled, £500 bursaries are available for working on Ripple magazine, the Kingston Publishing Blog or Kingston University Press titles.
You will undertake at least one work placement as part of your Publishing MA. We provide constant support and advice to help you get the most of the experience.
As a student on this course you will be part of the Kingston Writing School, a vibrant community of outstanding writers, journalists and publishers.
Publishing open days
Come along to a Publishing MA open day for a taster of the course and to meet key members of staff. Open days for a September 2012 start take place on:
- Friday 20 April 2012
- Friday 11 May 2012
You'll also be able to meet your fellow students, take a tour of the facilities and get ready for the semester ahead.