Course at a Glance
- Certificate programmeDegree level
- 4 yearsDuration
- Online, CanadaLocation
- Engineering, Computing, and TechnologyField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- OnlineCampus
- Certificate in Technical WritingAwards
- $2,316Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development | 4 Courses Required | 72.00 Hours Required | View Course Selections | The Certificate in Technical Writing equips you with proven, industry-informed strategies for producing clear, concise, and effective technical documents. Through interactive online courses, you will build practical skills to communicate complex information with clarity and confidence for diverse professional audiences. | What You Will Learn? | Audience Analysis | Apply three distinct methods of audience analysis to understand readers’ needs, expectations, and values, ensuring content is tailored for clarity and impact. | Document Design | Develop a compelling and functional design for concise documents, integrating principles of readability, visualization, and accessibility. | Technical Visualization
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementNot published for this programme.
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Specific entry criteria for this programme are confirmed case by case. Our Empire Overseas Education admissions team will review your academic record, English scores and budget — free of charge — and tell you exactly where you stand.
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$2,316 CAD total programme cost≈ $1,703 total programme cost
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsNo entry scholarship is attached to this credential. Dalhousie's Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development publishes one bursaries-and-grants page covering its certificates and diplomas: Tom Parker Award (CAD 750, rolling deadline, maximum two per student, open to part-time undergraduate students who are Canadian citizens and demonstrate financial need); Sgt. Bruce MacPhail Award for Academic Excellence (CAD 1,000 plus a commemorative plaque, awarded automatically with no application to the Police Leadership, Fire Leadership or Local Government certificate graduate with the highest average of the year); University Prep Bursary Fund (African Nova Scotian/Black and Nova Scotia First Nations applicants taking University Prep courses); Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (a micro-loan for internationally trained immigrants living in Atlantic Canada); The David Packer Grant (covers tuition for the English for Academic Purposes programme only, for recently arrived refugees and students from Ukraine and surrounding countries); Tuition Waiver for Former Youth-in-Care; and the Canada Training Credit (a federal tax credit for Canadians). Most of these are restricted to Canadian citizens or Atlantic Canada residents. SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
Student stories
Real students. Real results.
- Average rating
- 4.9
- Google reviews
- 360+
- Rated five stars
- 95%
Average rating
Google reviews
Rated five stars
“I would like to express my gratitude for the excellent assistance provided during my student visa process. The team was responsive, knowledgeable, and supportive at every stage, from document preparation to submission guidance. Their clear communication and professional approach made the process much easier and more efficient.”
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Nihad K, 5 out of 5 stars
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Certificate in Technical Writing cost?
CAD 2,316 total programme cost.
How long is it?
4 years, as listed by the university.
Is there a scholarship?
No entry scholarship is attached to this credential. Dalhousie's Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development publishes one bursaries-and-grants page covering its certificates and diplomas: Tom Parker Award (CAD 750, rolling deadline, maximum two per student, open to part-time undergraduate students who are Canadian citizens and demonstrate financial need); Sgt. Bruce MacPhail Award for Academic Excellence (CAD 1,000 plus a commemorative plaque, awarded automatically with no application to the Police Leadership, Fire Leadership or Local Government certificate graduate with the highest average of the year); University Prep Bursary Fund (African Nova Scotian/Black and Nova Scotia First Nations applicants taking University Prep courses); Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (a micro-loan for internationally trained immigrants living in Atlantic Canada); The David Packer Grant (covers tuition for the English for Academic Purposes programme only, for recently arrived refugees and students from Ukraine and surrounding countries); Tuition Waiver for Former Youth-in-Care; and the Canada Training Credit (a federal tax credit for Canadians). Most of these are restricted to Canadian citizens or Atlantic Canada residents. Source View scholarship page
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