You can get into this job through:
You'll usually need a degree or postgraduate qualification in a subject like:
You can do technical or science communication and writing courses at postgraduate level.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
You can apply to companies directly. Employers will expect you to have in-depth industry knowledge and experience of writing and editing in their sector.
You'll need to show you can research and interpret complex information and communicate it clearly. You'll also need to know about:
You may be able to find work after doing short, specialised training courses in:
The Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators may have details of short courses like these and how to find them.
Digital skills : to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
Skills:Technical authors write documents and guides that explain how to use products and services.
In your day-to-day duties you could:
Location : You could work in an office or from home.