Professional Writing Bachelor & Master in London

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Jobs & Career Perspectives

Career perspectives for Professional Writing

15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Current jobs

Among graduates of Professional Writing who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Specialisations within Professional Writing

  • Copywriting
  • Editing
  • Publishing
  • Journalism
  • Web Edition
  • English Teaching

Skills that graduates consider useful for their work in Professional Writing

  • Clear and concise language
  • Writing skills
  • Organization skills
  • Active voice
  • Ability to define purposes
  • Ability to work independently
  • Adaptability
  • Edition knowledge

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Among graduates of Professional Writing who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number of highly skilled vs non-highly skilled jobs (Unistats).

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Jobs of graduates of Professional Writing (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Professional Writing at Anglia Ruskin University

25% Skilled trades occupations
15% Caring personal services
15% Elementary occupations
15% Artistic, literary and media occupations
10% Administrative occupations
10% Business and public service associate professionals
10% Welfare and housing associate professionals
5% Sales occupations
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Aug 27, 2024

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Professional Writing, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

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The price of rent in London has the highest impact on overall living expenses. Your choice of where to live in London will make a huge difference to your costs of living. Students studying in London pay on average 67% more on rent than students in the rest of the UK. Overall student living costs in London will be approx 34% more than in the rest of the UK.