Writing for Designers 2

Course code VCDP 2341

Credit 3.0

Length 54.0 hours

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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.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • 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

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

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
40759 May 3, 2027
to May 27, 2027
Lecture
Lab
Online
Varies See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† 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 who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.