Graduate Diploma
Discover how to connect with audiences of all ages in Deakin's Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing. In this one-year specialist course, you will be mentored by published authors as you learn how to create a body of work for publication. Explore and master a range of key writing techniques, such as the ability to edit, analyse a range of genres, blueprint a draft, and take a concept through the various stages of revision.
Want the confidence, insight and creative control to bring your story idea to life?
In core units, you will get to grips with the basics of constructing a great story. Learn in workshop-style classes and receive feedback as you discover how to manipulate time and perspective in narratives, experiment with genre, form and style, and refine your ability to create compelling characters and voices. In addition, you will be challenged to develop and employ regular writing structures, practices and modes of thinking - necessary skills for any working writer.
You'll then tailor your studies to your preferred creative path by choosing from five writing specialisations:
You'll benefit from the chance to stretch your knowledge in electives from the Master of Arts (Writing and Literature), Master of Creative Arts and Master of Communication. Learn how to craft a compelling blurb, pitch a novel idea, or film a teaser trailer - skills that could apply to your novel or to a role in-industry.
This course attracts a wide range of students from all walks of life and all levels of experience, with an interest in writing. We encourage you to share your work and seek feedback, and look for opportunities to collaborate on creative projects.
We also encourage students to get involved with Verandah Journal, an annual student-run publication that showcases the best work of emerging writers and artists, and gives students the chance to develop expertise in selecting, editing and proofreading submissions for publication. You'll also benefit from Deakin's strong links with industry, with the opportunity to gain market knowledge and connections by securing an internship with one of our industry partners.
Graduates develop their writing skills through exposure to a range of different forms and genres. They consider how their own writing sits alongside other similar forms and can articulate the similarities and differences. They develop high-level creative and critical writing skills and the capacity to undertake independent and collaborative research. Writing and literature graduates have gone on to win awards like the Queensland Premier's Literary Award Melbourne Prize for Literature for their published works.
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To qualify for the Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing, students must complete 8 credit points of study comprising:
1
Core units
4
Course elective units
3
Elective units
8
Total
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Recognition of prior learning system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.