Writing for Designers

Course code VCDP 1134

Credit 3.0

Length 54.0 hours

Course outline View

This course introduces students to the writing skills that are critical specifically for designers. Students will learn to analyze the intended audience, purpose, and message of a piece of writing and will practice using outlines, drafts, revisions, and proofreading to create well-structured and clear communication. The course will cover the types of communication that designers practice in the industry, from emails and presentations to self-promotional content and creative briefs. Throughout all types of communication, students will also learn to use inclusive language.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Audience and purpose
  • Outlines, drafts, revisions, and proofreading
  • Professional presentations
  • Business communication and self-promotion
  • Creative briefs
  • Persuasive messaging
  • Writing for self-promotion
  • Inclusive language

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.

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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.