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University of Sydney (USYD)

  • 36% international / 64% domestic

Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing

  • Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing invites you to explore and develop your skills in fiction, non-fiction, screenwriting, poetry and more.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
0.5 year full-time
Course Code
GCCREAWR1000, 055325B
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$6,566 per year / $6,566 total
International Fees
$37,500 per year / $37,500 total

About this course

 

The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing invites you to explore and develop your skills in fiction, non-fiction, screenwriting, poetry and more. Throughout your studies you will gain a deep understanding of theories and histories of writing.

This degree offers intimate access to Sydney's literary life, including major literary and cultural events and institutions with which the University has close ties, such as the Sydney Writers' Festival. You will experience a constant calendar of readings, performances and community events, as well as a host of celebrated visitors in a superb research environment. We support all kinds of literary ambition in a setting that builds capacity, encourages diversity and experimentation, and supports professional writing. Fundamental to this degree are the core skills of writing, structuring and editing.

Why study with us?

We offer the most research-focused creative writing program in Australia, built on our strong commitment to integrating creative writing and critical reading. The English Department at the University of Sydney is one of the world's leading centres of literary practice and research, with a thriving graduate coursework and research program. Our teachers are leading writers, critics and editors. The poetry editors of the three leading Australian literary journals are on our staff: - Southerly (Kate Lilley) - Meanjin (Judith Beveridge) - Overland (Peter Minter).

 

Entry requirements

Minimum Prior Qualification
Bachelor

Study locations

Camperdown/Darlington

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Communications courses at University of Sydney (USYD).
82.9%
Overall satisfaction
80.3%
Skill scale
78.6%
Teaching scale
64.7%
Employed full-time
$62.2k
Average salary