GraduateCommunications & Media
Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing
University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing at the University of Sydney develops core skills in fiction, nonfiction, poetry and life writing, alongside a deep understanding of relevant literary theory and history. Students gain access to Sydney's literary life, including major cultural events such as the Sydney Writers' Festival, in a research environment run by the University's English Department, one of the world's leading centres for literary study.
The course suits writers building toward publication as well as those pursuing careers in adjacent fields. Graduates work as fiction and nonfiction authors, poets, journalists, reviewers, editors, publishers and media and communications writers.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Admissions
Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing requires: a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, or an equivalent qualification; or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field. Portfolio You will need to include a portfolio of 1,500 to 3,000 words of prose writing or 10 to 15 pages of poetry with your application. These components are crucial to assessing your application.
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