Online Certificate in Digital Technical Communication
Why Choose This Program?
The Certificate in Digital Technical Communication, delivered by the University of Strasbourg (Unistra – one of the most important public universities in France) is an advanced, fully online program designed for professionals in technical communication, IT, and multimedia who want to enhance their expertise in technical writing, content strategy, and digital documentation. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certification from the University of Strasbourg.
Program – Areas of Study
- Content Writing and Content Strategy
- Simplified Technical English
- Software and API Documentation
- Writing in DITA XML
Program Structure
- Completion of assignments through a combination of online resources, lectures, videos, and practical exercises.
- Participation in synchronous live sessions via a web conferencing tool organized once or twice per week.
- Access to course materials 24/7 through the Moodle learning platform.
Key Takeaways and Skills Acquired
- Structure, design, and optimize digital content to enhance user experience and meet business objectives.
- Write clear, concise, and standardized technical documentation for a global audience.
- Develop an understanding of content governance and strategy implementation for digital platforms
- Gain hands-on experience in documenting software applications and APIs using industry best practices.
- Use DITA XML to create structured content, image maps, and reusable documentation strategies.
- Produce high-quality documentation deliverables using industry-standard tools such as Oxygen XML Author, Markdown, Swagger UI, and Postman, and learn to configure/customize DITA HTML output for different platforms.
Target Audience
This program is a professional training initiative and is designed for professionals in technical communication, technical writing, multimedia, and IT looking to expand their expertise and explore new career opportunities in the fast-evolving field of digital communication. The curriculum provides a comprehensive blend of technical skills and strategic knowledge, preparing students for the growing demands of content creation, Simplified Technical English, and software documentation.
Key Features
- Duration: 8 months – 100 asynchronous teaching hours
- Program Start Date: June 2, 2025
- Mode of Study: Fully online
- Language of Instruction: English
- Tuition Fees: € 1700 (installments)
Program Format
The Certificate in Digital Technical Communication is structured to be flexible for working professionals, as it is taught fully online. Assessment is fully online, too. All content is provided on a learning platform (Moodle), available 24/7. Non-mandatory live sessions for different time zones are organized about once a week to allow the learning community to check in and discuss their challenges. All live sessions are recorded. Each module is designed to be completed sequentially, and students are encouraged to apply their learning through practical projects and case studies. The program coordinator is available during working days.
Admission and Enrollment process
To apply for the program, candidates must submit a CV and a motivational letter to lge-tcloc-contact@unistra.fr or through the apply now form. Afterward, an interview with the selection committee will be conducted to assess eligibility. Once accepted, students can proceed with enrollment and pay the fees in installments.