Overview
Please note that following the Spring 2023 term, the Academic Writing Program will be paused indefinitely to re-evaluate the delivery format.
Complete the Academic Writing program and earn a microcredential
Upon successfully completing this program, you will receive a microcredential recognizing your learning achievement. Complete with details of the skills and specialized knowledge you have acquired, the microcredential is digitally shareable, making it easy to add to your resume, LinkedIn profile and to share with current or prospective employers.
Master your writing skills and communicate effectively in academic and professional settings
Learn the foundations of academic writing. Gain the skills and confidence you need to be an effective communicator in educational and/or business situations with our fully online Academic Writing program.
- Hands on approach to common writing styles and formats so students can practise and evaluate their skills
- Gain the knowledge, tools and strategies to successfully communicate within the foundations of academic writing
- Take any two courses to earn an Academic Writing Certificate of Completion or taken individually to hone your skills based on your needs
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Program highlights Learn More
- Now offered as a microcredential
- Fundamentals of grammar and style
- Strategies, tools and techniques to improve your writing skills
- Open enrolment program
Academic Writing program features:
- Four courses to choose from that cover fundamentals of grammar and style, elements of writing, academic writing process and academic integrity
- Discover the elements of writing – planning, outlining, drafting and revising
- Convenient online courses to fit your life
- Earn a certificate when you complete any two courses or select individual courses based on your needs and goals

What you'll learn Learn More
- Improved academic and professional writing skills
- Writing successfully in any context
- Academic integrity strategies and tools
Through our Academic Writing program, you’ll learn to:
- Critically read and interpret academic writing assignments
- Employ different writing styles and formats applicable to academic assignments
- Apply academic writing strategies to plan, research, outline, formulate a thesis, compose a draft, edit, and revise a cross-section of writing assignments
- Understand and apply the principles of academic integrity
- Demonstrate skill in foundational elements of grammar and style
Learn more about the Academic Writing program
- McMaster Continuing Education students
- Undergraduate and Graduate students
- New Canadians starting a new career or academic program
- Anyone looking to improve their writing skills and knowledge surrounding academic writing best practices
The ability to write with clarity, impact and academic integrity will improve your chances of success in any field or industry, including:
- Academia
- Marketing
- Business
- Technology
- Healthcare
- Finance
- Startups
- Grant writing
- Research
Check out our latest Marketing Program Preview webinar to learn more about the Academic Writing program
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Tyson
Business Administration - Marketing graduate
“I am constantly reinventing myself. McMaster Continuing Education has been transformative.”
I am constantly reinventing myself. McMaster Continuing Education has been transformative. I was introduced to new ideas and new skills. Because of that, I’ve had new opportunities in my career. McMaster Continuing Education is the best place to take professional development courses. The programs fit into your life.
Tracy
Project Management graduate
“I feel very strongly that McMaster Continuing Education can really help you reinvent your career.”
I feel very strongly that McMaster Continuing Education can really help you reinvent your career. I found that the Business Administration program was really the best fit for me, because the learning that I was able to take in through this program was really cutting edge and current to the labour market. The learning that I took on is something I use every day.
Adam
Business Administration graduate
“The instructors worked in the marketing field and taught us real-life experiences.”
Obtaining an education with McMaster Continuing Education helped me reinvent my career. I was a former banker and I wanted a career in marketing. Through this program, I was able to bridge that gap and get into the career that I wanted. The instructors were working in the marketing field, teaching us real-life experiences and that was very valuable to me.
Tyson
Business Administration - Marketing graduate
Other programs you may be interested in
Certificate in Academic Writing
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION IN ACADEMIC WRITING
Pursue your Certificate of Completion in Academic Writing with McMaster Continuing Education
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Certificate of Completion in Academic Writing
Earn the Certificate of Completion in Academic Writing by achieving the stated course objectives and receive a passing grade in any two courses (minimum of 30 course hours) listed
Courses (Complete any 2)
Academic Writing Courses
Academic Writing Courses
Advance your career with online Academic Writing courses
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