Writer/Author
ELIGIBILITY
- For 10th: Completion of 10th grade.
- For 12th: Completion of 12th grade in any stream. A background in Arts or Humanities with a focus on English or other languages is beneficial.
- Higher Education: A Bachelor’s degree in English, Creative Writing, Journalism, or related fields. Advanced degrees and writing workshops can further enhance writing skills and career prospects.
ENTRANCE TESTS
Entrance tests may not be typically required for writing courses, but some prestigious institutions and writing programs may have their own assessments or require portfolio submissions. Examples include:
- Entrance exams for Journalism and Mass Communication programs (e.g., IIMC Entrance Exam, Symbiosis Entrance Test for Journalism)
- Creative Writing program assessments and portfolio reviews
AVAILABLE COURSES
- Bachelor’s Degree:
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Creative Writing
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Journalism and Mass Communication
- Master’s Degree:
- Master of Arts (MA) in English
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing
- Master of Arts (MA) in Journalism and Mass Communication
- Diploma and Certification Courses:
- Diploma in Creative Writing
- Certificate courses in Technical Writing, Content Writing, and Copywriting
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
- Books: Writing novels, non-fiction, children’s books, and other literary works.
- Journalism: Creating content for newspapers, magazines, online publications, and broadcast media.
- Corporate Sector: Writing for company blogs, marketing materials, and internal communications.
- Advertising: Crafting copy for advertisements, promotional campaigns, and branding efforts.
- Screenwriting: Developing scripts for movies, television shows, and web series.
- Content Writing: Producing articles, blogs, and other online content for websites and social media.
- Technical Writing: Creating manuals, guides, and documentation for technical products and services.
- Publishing: Working as an editor, literary agent, or in other roles within the publishing industry.
- Freelance Writing: Offering writing services to various clients across different industries.
- Academic Writing: Contributing to scholarly articles, research papers, and educational materials.