Write Smarter. Deliver Faster. Build Your Professional Edge.
Join thousands of writers, editors and business professionals who have mastered specialist writing skills through our expert training – online, at your own pace.
Our Courses Are For You If...
- You want to sharpen your professional writing and editing skills.
- You need expert feedback from industry professionals.
- You’ve been told your writing could be ‘clearer, shorter, sharper.’
- You want to stand out in a crowded market with polished, effective communication.
Over 12,000 writers
trained worldwide
Industry-experienced
tutors
Graduates working in publishing, media & business
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on Google
What Makes NZ Writers' College Different?
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Practical, industry-focused course design
Every lesson gives you tools you can apply immediately in your work, whether you’re drafting a press release, editing a manuscript or writing SEO copy. -
Personalised feedback from publishing and communications experts
Every assignment is marked with detailed commentary, showing you how to improve tone, clarity, grammar and impact. -
Results-driven learning
Our graduates have gone on to publish e-books, build thriving freelance copywriting careers and secure roles in publishing houses and corporate communications. -
Work flexibly, from anywhere
You choose the place and time. We provide the structure and expert support to keep you moving forward.
Student Successes:
'The courses gave me the confidence to leave the corporate world and earn a living doing something more worthwhile. ... I have a much better quality of life'
— Lesley Wyldebore, graduate of the Copy-Editing and Proofreading Course and Grammar for Writers Course, and a successful, freelance copy-editor
‘I never thought a full-time career in the publishing industry would be possible, but I have a job as an editor! Before the course, I wrote the way I thought was the right way, but I really had no idea what I was doing. I was stumbling around in the dark trying to find my way. Now, with everything I learned, I am more confident about what I do.’
— Ansie van der Walt, graduate of the Freelance Journalism Course, and now an editor, content writer and podcaster
‘Gaining knowledge gave me the confidence I needed to start my freelance career – I felt empowered and the more confident I became, the braver I became and was able to tackle various other forms of writing. My writing improved immensely.’
— Lindsay Wagner, Graduate of the Freelance Journalism Course and currently a copywriter and product writer.
What You'll Learn
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Master specialist writing techniques
From persuasive sales copy to flawless editing, you’ll gain proven professional skills used by top writers, editors and content creators. -
Apply a step-by-step framework to real-world tasks
Press releases, ad copy, social media marketing, SEO web copy, business emails and e-books: we show you how to write them clearly and professionally. -
Identify and fix your writing blind spots
With expert feedback, you’ll learn exactly where your writing lets you down and how to correct it. -
Eliminate common errors that cost credibility
We’ll help you spot grammar, tone and clarity mistakes that can make or break your writing career -
Build confidence and credibility in your niche
Discover how to self-publish, land clients or strengthen your professional role through stronger writing.
Our Students Get Real Results.
Sally Gutteridge
Sally Gutteridge has completed a number of courses with us. Her first non-fiction book went to number one in the Amazon dog care section the day it was released. It has sold 17,328 copies to date. She went on to write eight more books, all on dogs, within a year. In total, 42,374 copies of her books have been sold through Kindle Direct Publishing
Christo Valentyn
Graduate student Christo Valentyn had a successful decade as a motoring journalist before transitioning into PR and marketing at Kia South Africa, where he rose to the position of General Manager: Marketing. Today, he continues to drive growth and innovation at Geely Auto SA.
Whether you’re a copywriter, editor, business professional or aspiring non-fiction author, our specialist courses give you the tools to succeed.
We'll show you how.
‘I can honestly say my writing improved by leaps and bounds. Don’t hesitate. Just do it.’
—Edward Hallifax
‘Life-changing and worth every hour of work it inspired me to complete.’
Kirsty Chalmers
‘I would not look anywhere else to do an online course but here. Being a repeat subscriber of the College's courses speaks for itself.‘
— Lesley Sefton
‘Choosing to do this course with The Writers' College was without a doubt the right decision. It has been an eye-opening, life-changing experience for me.‘
— Natasha Alexander
‘The Writers' College is a hidden gem among online writing programs. It has the high, rich quality of an Oxford Continuing Education writing course for an incredibly affordable cost. I cannot recommend it enough in all my writing circles.’
— Irina Novac
Ready to Start?
Professional writing success is about clarity, logical flow and precision. You bring the drive. We’ll help shape it into professional results.
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