Writing for Designers 2 (VCDP 2341)

This advanced writing course gives students a deeper understanding of concept and strategy in verbal and written communication. Students will learn how to analyze the goals of a project and create an effective content strategy to accomplish that goal across different media. Students will deepen their understanding of audience and purpose by writing strategic and persuasive self-promotional content that can be used for portfolios and project proposals. Students will also practice important general communication skills that will support their design careers.
Course code: VCDP 2341
Credits: 3.0
Length: 54.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=VCDP&number=2341

Prerequisites

VCDP 1132 or departmental permission.

Schedule

VCDP 2341 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
40586May 5, 2025
to May 30, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
McDonald, Janet
60372September 2, 2025
to September 26, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
Usinger, Mike
42473January 6, 2026
to January 30, 2026
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
McDonald, Janet

Additional Information

  • Business communication and creative briefs
  • Writing for different media
  • Audience and purpose
  • Content strategy
  • Writing for self-promotion - portfolios, cover letters, biographies, resumes
  • Headlines and body copy writing
  • Revising writing
  • Intercultural communication

1. Interview with department to discuss previous experience
2. A portfolio assessment of previously completed related work OR
3. The demonstration of skills via the successful completion of 1-4 related projects/assignments similar to those completed in the course, chosen at the discretion of the department

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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