This course has two main areas of focus. Firstly, it concentrates on the techniques of writing associated with or required by the various disciplines within the wider field of visual communication: this will include writing for specific genes (dissertation writing, writing a journal article, writing a visual communication review, etc.). Secondly, it will deal with contextual issues, both general and specific to the field of visual communication, which inform academic writing. Through analysis and discussion of the formats and key issues of academic writing in visual communication, this doctoral-level seminar provides students the opportunities to practice writing publishable journal articles and essays.

CILO-1: Select, formulate, and evaluate suitable research topics for academic writing in visual communication. CILO-2: Apply the techniques of academic writing associated with or required by the various disciplines within the wider field of visual communication. CILO-3: Write effectively for specific genres such as dissertation, thesis, journal article, art review, etc. for academic publication.