This advanced writing course gives students a deeper understanding of concept and strategy in verbal and written communication. Students will learn how to analyze the goals of a project and create an effective content strategy to accomplish that goal across different media. Students will deepen their understanding of audience and purpose by writing strategic and persuasive self-promotional content that can be used for portfolios and project proposals. Students will also practice important general communication skills that will support their design careers.
Prerequisites
VCDP 1132 or departmental permission.
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What you will learn
- Business communication and creative briefs
- Writing for different media
- Audience and purpose
- Content strategy
- Writing for self-promotion - portfolios, cover letters, biographies, resumes
- Headlines and body copy writing
- Revising writing
- Intercultural communication
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40884 |
May 4, 2026 to May 28, 2026 |
Lecture Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
1. Interview with department to discuss previous experience
2. A portfolio assessment of previously completed related work OR
3. The demonstration of skills via the successful completion of 1-4 related projects/assignments similar to those completed in the course, chosen at the discretion of the department
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.