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Cert in Introduction to Professional Writing

Gatineau, Quebec, Canada

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At Université du Québec en Outaouais in Gatineau, Canada, Cert in Introduction to Professional Writing is offered as a certificate in Publishing programme. The programme runs for 4 semesters. Tuition for international students is CAD 825 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

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Degree: Certificate

Field: Publishing

Duration: 4 semesters

Local tuition: CAD 104 / credit

International tuition: CAD 825 / credit

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: etudier.uqo.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Certificat d'initiation a la redaction professionnelle at Universite du Quebec en Outaouais is a 30-credit certificate, delivered part-time over four trimesters, with admission in the fall, winter, and summer terms. It is designed for people whose work depends on strong written communication and for those pursuing a career in professional writing, providing solid university-level training in French alongside methodological and practical preparation in professional-writing techniques and the digital tools used by professional writers. Admission is available through a Quebec collegial diploma (DEC) or equivalent, at least 15 university credits with a cumulative average of 2.0/4.3, or relevant professional experience. All applicants must demonstrate very good command of French, submit a letter of intent of approximately 500 words, and pass a French-proficiency test.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Three admission bases: a DEC or equivalent; at least 15 completed university credits with a cumulative average of 2.0/4.3; or relevant professional experience. All applicants must demonstrate very good command of French, submit a letter of intent of about 500 words, and pass an approved French-proficiency test.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall, Winter and Summer

About Université du Québec en Outaouais

“Être plus près, aller plus loin”

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1981

Students: 7,100

Programs: 130

Location: Gatineau, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Cert in Introduction to Professional Writing award?

Université du Québec en Outaouais awards a Certificate in the field of Publishing on completion of this programme.

How long does Cert in Introduction to Professional Writing take?

The programme runs for 4 semesters.

How much does Cert in Introduction to Professional Writing cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 825 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

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