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Learn to write in one of 37 specialised writing courses, and receive one-to-one mentoring by award-winning writers on
our college staff.



Whether you want to get published, work in the writing industry, or write for your own pleasure, our writing courses will help you get there.

Study at your own pace, from the comfort of your home.


 		  


 
Journalism-Courses



JOURNALISM
COURSES
 
If you love writing, discovering new ideas and exploring on the web, then writing articles could be a fulfilling job for you. Train with an award-winning journalist.

 
 
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Creative-Writing



CREATIVE WRITING
COURSES
 
Learn how to write fiction with an award-winning writer and get line-by-line support, encouragement and mentoring on our creative writing courses.

 
 
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Buisness



BUSINESS AND GRAMMAR
COURSES
 
Suitable for any writer, from CEOs to administrative staff, our writing courses teach the rules for correct grammar, punctuation, style and format.


 
 
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Specialist-Writing-Courses



SPECIALIST WRITING
COURSES
 
Our specialist writing courses teach you the writing skills you need for copy-editing and proofreading, press release writing, social media marketing, copywriting, web writing and self-publishing.

 
 
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Why Choose NZ Writers College? 

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Well-Established-
 
WELL-ESTABLISHED
We've trained thousands of writers since 2008. Read course feedback from graduate students from over ten years here.
 
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AT YOUR OWN PACE
Learn how to write from the comfort of your home, with one-to-one feedback and expert supervision.
 
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Top-Supervision-
 
TOP SUPERVISION
Our tutors are professional writers, most of whom have won multiple prestigious writing awards. They also happen to be adored by their students.
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Industry-Focused
 
INDUSTRY FOCUSED
Our tutors keep abreast of the latest industry trends. Find out what is current and acceptable practice in the field of writing.
 
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Our Journalism Students' Successes

 

Our journalism students have sold their articles to these mainstream print and digital magazines below. They walk away with the skills and confidence to write sellable articles for publications around the world.

 

  
 
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Creative Writing Successes

 

Many of our creative writing students have gone on to publish their novels, short stories, poetry and children's books. This is testament to their dedication, as well as the calibre of their tutors! Below is a selection of their published books.

 

  
 
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Business Writing Successes


With a focus on practical writing skills, we have provided training for writers at over 60 top Kiwi companies.
 

  
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Download our free short story anthology showcasing inspiring New Zealand stories from the winners of our short story competition.

 
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400+ expert articles on creative writing, freelance journalism, blogging, article writing, web writing and copywriting.


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Competitions-and-Events
 

WRITING COMPETITIONS NZ

 

Entering competitions is a great way to take your writing to the next level. Explore local and international competitions and get stuck in.

 

At NZ Writers College, we sponsor an annual short story competition, free to enter for any beginner writer residing in New Zealand.

 

WRITING CIRCLES IN NEW ZEALAND
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ResourcesFree Writing Resources


 

Articles on creative writing:


How to write effective dialogue in short stories, novels and scripts

Write Lean and Mean - by Nancy Kress

Developing Your Character's Character - by Ginny Swart

Vital Ways to Improve Your Chances of Winning a Short Story Competition

How to Write a Book in Five Easy Steps - by Stephen L. Nelson, CPA
 

Articles on journalism:

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About Us

NZ Writers College is a leading online writing school in New Zealand.

We offer specialised, online writing courses tutored by award-winning writers. Get the writing tools you need, expert insider advice and hours and hours of writing practice. Work one-to-one with a professional writer and realise your writing dreams.
 

Locations

NZ Writers College offers online writing classes all over New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands. We have students from Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Napier, Whangarei, Rotorua, Hastings, Wellington, Nelson, Christchurch, Invercargill, Dunedin, Hawkes Bay, Palmerston North, as well as Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra and Melbourne, Australia.

Contact Us

Nichola Meyer or Koos Turenhout
Email: admin@nzwriterscollege.co.nz


Phone:      +64 9 550 4635

9-5 Monday to Friday
 

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