Technical & Professional Communication

Certificates allow you to complete a specific group of university courses (for credit) as either part of your degree studies or separately. 

Technical and professional writers put scientific and technical information into easily understandable language. They prepare scientific and technical reports, operating and maintenance manuals, catalogues, assembly instructions, sales promotion materials and project proposals. They also plan and edit technical reports and oversee preparation of illustrations, photographs, diagrams, and charts. They impart research findings for scientific or medical professions, organize information for advertising or public relations needs, and interpret data and other information for a general readership.

Glendon's Certificate in Technical & Professional Communication teaches people to transform information into words that others can understand. You will develop a clear understanding of what helps and what interferes with communication.

The certificate program is offered on a part-time basis and all courses are offered in the evening, so you can work while completing the certificate. The certificate takes two years of part-time studies to complete.

Who can take it?

1. current York students, or
2. new applicants to York who already hold a university degree in a related discipline, or
3. new applicants to York who have recent work experience in an administrative or a technical field which requires writing.

If your first language is not English, you must show you have an acceptable level of English by completing a language proficiency test.

If you have completed at least one full year at an accredited university in a country where English is the official language of the institution, you may be exempt from this requirement.

1. Meet minimum admission requirements
2. Meet program-specific requirements
3. Know the application deadlines
4. Submit your application
5. Submit all required documentation
6. Check on Transfer Credit for Advanced Placement