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Creative Writing Graduate Certificate (online)

Gain a rigorous background in the fundamentals of creative writing with our 100% online graduate certificate.

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Certificate Overview

The 12 credit graduate certificate in Creative Writing is designed for students looking to:

• prepare their creative writing for publication.
• prepare materials to apply to MFA or PhD programs.
• learn about the marketplace for creative writing.
• become a member of a writing community and to gain valuable experience from working with actively publishing professional writers.

The program offers courses in poetry and prose throughout the year, and during the summer. Although you can complete the program in as little as one year, you have six years to complete the program.

Career Opportunities

Graduates could get a job as an editor, freelance writer, novelist, or professor, or they could pursue an MFA or doctoral program. 

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Curriculum and Other Information

• Creative Writing Graduate Certificate  - Program information from the University Catalog.
• Students will learn how to prepare their creative writing for publication.
• Students will learn how to prepare materials for application to MFA or Ph.D. Programs.
• Students will learn about the marketplace for creative writing and how to become a member of the writing community.
• Students will gain experience about the field by working with actively publishing professional writers.

Completed applications are reviewed on a rolling admission basis. Admissions requirements are as follows:

• An official transcript of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
• 10 page sample of creative writing
• Graduate application and fee

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Certificate in Creative Writing

About the Online Creative Writing Certificate

The Certificate in Creative Writing offers an innovative, collaborative course of study for those who have always wanted to unlock their creativity. Each online course is designed as a workshop in which you explore new ideas, tackle new writing tools, generate original insights and discover your own powers of expression. You create, collaboratively discuss and revise your original writing with feedback from your instructors and your peers. You also engage with a range of assigned readings and multimedia that inform and grow your innovative practice.

The Certificate in Creative Writing offers both basic and advanced workshops and appeals to students new to creative writing as well as students with writing experience who want to learn new skills. Through a series of online courses in fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, and screenwriting, the Certificate in Creative Writing focuses on creative writing as a form of critical thinking as a way to reimagine audience and as a space of innovation. Taught by professionals in the field, our courses cultivate both individual and group learning, providing an overview of the field as well as deep dives into literary genres. These online creative writing courses are designed as hands-on, intensive study of the subtleties and power of language.

Creative Writing Certificate Requirements

The Certificate in Creative Writing is a 4-course, 4 c.u.* credit program of study taught by University of Pennsylvania faculty. To earn a certificate, students complete any four courses offered, in any order.  Students who complete the basic certificate may pursue an advanced certificate (6-course, 6 c.u.*) by adding two additional creative writing courses.

Flexible Course Schedule and Tuition

Penn LPS Online courses in the Certificate in Creative Writing are offered in accelerated 8-week terms and full terms. Courses in the online certificate program are largely asynchronous with some optional synchronous sessions to be scheduled by the instructors.

You have the option to enroll in individual creative writing courses without committing to the entire online certificate, enjoying the flexibility and expertise offered by Penn LPS Online to suit your schedule and interests. Visit the Cost of Attendance page for course tuition and fee rates.

Watch a video of a recent virtual information session to hear from the program team about the Certificate in Creative Writing.

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*Academic credit is defined by the University of Pennsylvania as a course unit (c.u.). A course unit (c.u.) is a general measure of academic work over a period of time, typically a term (semester or summer). A c.u. (or a fraction of a c.u.) represents different types of academic work across different types of academic programs and is the basic unit of progress toward a degree. One c.u. is usually converted to a four-semester-hour course.

The Certificate in Creative Writing prepares you to:

• Understand how text conveys meaning across a variety of literary genres and styles
• Explore how to use innovation, flexibility, and collaboration to cultivate a creative writing practice
• Create, revise and edit your original writing in multiple literary genres, including poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and screenwriting

Online Creative Writing Courses

Certificate students who complete four of the online courses listed below earn a Certificate in Creative Writing. Those students are then eligible to pursue an Advanced Certificate in Creative Writing by taking two additional courses.

• CRWR 1010: The Craft of Creative Writing
• CRWR 1600: Modern and Contemporary US Poetry
• CRWR 2010: Poetry Workshop
• CRWR 2400: The Art of Editing
• CRWR 2500: Writing and Meditation
• CRWR 2600: Fiction Workshop
• CRWR 2800: Narrative Collage
• CRWR 3000: Writing About Place
• CRWR 3200: Screenwriting
• CRWR 3600: Advanced Nonfiction *
• CRWR 3700: Journalism

*This course may not be offered every academic year. Check the course page or our course guide to see when upcoming terms are added.

Courses are subject to change.

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Meet The Faculty

Julia Bloch

• Faculty Director, Penn LPS Online Certificate in Creative Writing
• Director, Creative Writing Program

• Director, Center for Programs in Contemporary Writing

Laynie Browne

• Poet, prose writer, teacher and editor

Scott Burkhardt

• Lecturer in cinema and media studies

Christy Davids

• Teacher, poet and assistant editor at The Conversant

Lise Funderburg

• Lecturer in creative writing

• 2017-2018 Digital Studies Fellow at Rutgers University-Camden

Dick Polman

• Povich Writer-in-Residence at the Center for Programs in Contemporary Writing (CPCW)

• Writer, editor, teacher

Zachary Tyler Vickers

Careers related to creative writing.

The Certificate in Creative Writing is designed to enhance your writing and storytelling skills and provide a framework for a creative process that can be applied to a myriad of professional roles including:

• Advertising copywriter
• Fundraising/development consultant
• Author and journalist

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Creative Writing Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate

Do you have a story to tell? Are you interested in developing your creative writing skills? If you want to be actively engaged in graduate-level creative writing classes and hone your talent as a writer, then the Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing might be for you.

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Why Pursue a Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing

UTSA’s Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing adds interdisciplinary breadth to a student’s course of study while increasing the depth and coherence of a student’s work in creative writing. Given the growing interest in creative writing in liberal arts as well as non-traditional disciplines like medicine, sociology, and psychology, many students find this formal recognition of their work in creative writing to be a valuable credential in both academic and non-academic job markets. Students who are pursuing the Graduate Certificate also receive first consideration for graduate workshop registration.

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Are you ready to take your career and academic journey to the next level? Combine this program with another eligible certificate to earn a master’s degree in Multidisciplinary Studies! Take advantage of the opportunity to customize your degree to align with your professional and educational goals.

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Funding opportunities, career options, admission & application requirements.

Applications are submitted through the UTSA Graduate Application . Please upload all required documents (listed below) on your UTSA Graduate Application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure completion and submission of the application, a nonrefundable application fee, and all required supporting documents are on file with UTSA by the appropriate application deadline. For international students, please note that student visas are not issued at UTSA for non-degree-seeking students, including certificate programs. For more information, visit our international students admission page .

Applicants are encouraged to have their admission file completed as early as possible. All applications, required documents and letters of recommendation, if applicable, must be submitted by 5:00 PM U.S. Central Time on the day of the deadline. Deadlines are subject to change.

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Creative Writing

Develop creative writing skills in multiple genres of interest including fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, and more. This customizable program culminates in a capstone project in which students make significant progress on a polished collection of work. This certificate can be completed online or in the classroom.

This program is perfect for...

• Those new to writing who want to explore various genres while cultivating their skills
• Writers looking to hone their craft and develop a solid portfolio of work in a particular genre
• Writers considering graduate-level writing study, including those who wish to polish pieces for submission to MFA programs
• Individuals who want to become part of a vibrant and supportive community of artists who share their passion

What you can learn.

• Identify your creative writing goals and develop a plan to achieve them
• Deepen your practice within a chosen genre, or explore various forms of creative writing
• Discover techniques of powerful storytelling, craft compelling characters, and write memorable scenes and stories
• Receive guidance from successful writers and workshop in a group of supportive peers

Achieve results and reach your writing goals.

Whether you are new to writing, have a specific project you'd like to get off the ground, or are preparing to apply to an MFA program, the Certificate in Creative Writing is an immersive program for developing professional writing skills.

Our fully customizable certificate honors each individual student’s journey, allowing you to pursue the coursework that is most meaningful to your specific writing goals and level of expertise. 

The program offers the opportunity to specialize in genres like poetry, short stories, novel writing, essay writing, memoir writing, or to explore writing across genres, hybrid genres, and new forms without the limitation of a prescribed curriculum. 

The only required course, the Creative Writing Certificate Capstone , allows you to compile and further refine your writing from prior coursework into a final portfolio representing the finest examples of your craft. 

Taught by a prestigious roster of instructors who are published writers and active professionals, courses in this certificate program can be taken onsite, online, or a combination of both. 

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Certificate Curriculum

The Certificate in Creative Writing is fully customizable. You may follow a Writers’ Program sample curriculum plan based on specific writing goals, or design your own program of study.

Students must complete 21 total units comprised of the 3-unit Creative Writing Certificate Capstone course and 18 units of 400-level Creative Writing coursework.

Sample Program Tracks:

Novel I WRITING X 411.1

Novel II WRITING X 411.2

Novel III WRITING X 411.3

Novel IV WRITING X 411.4

Novel V WRITING X 411.5

Dialogue and Point of View WRITING X 462.1

Creative Writing Certificate Capstone WRITING X 460

Personal Essay I WRITING  X 422.1

Personal Essay II WRITING X 422.2

Personal Essay III WRITING X 422.3

Storytelling for Social Justice WRITING X 424.21E

Writing the Thinkpiece WRITING X 424.15E

The Art of Creative Research WRITING X 461.23

Poetry I WRITING X 431.1

Poetry II WRITING X 431.2

Poetry Toolbox WRITING X 432.10E

Prose Poetry WRITING X 432.11E

Reframing the Form WRITING X 432.7E

The "F" Word: Innovative Poetic Forms WRITING X 432.8E

Cuento Poems WRITING X 432.32E

Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.

Students must complete 18 units of elective coursework. Select from courses numbered WRITING X 400-499 in the following areas:

Students may select courses in the following area with advisor approval:

Editing and Publishing

How to Get Started

Courses in this program are open enrollment, and each course is paid for individually.

Sequential courses should be taken in numerical order, starting from the lowest course number and progressing to higher numbers.

You may take Creative Writing courses without committing to the entire program.* However, by establishing candidacy in the program, you will receive  many benefits exclusive to our certificate students such as priority placement on waitlists and access to the UCLA Career Center's job board. Creative Writing Certificate students can also receive a customized curriculum tailored to your writing goals.

Need assistance? If you have any questions or need advice on course selection, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] .

Benefits exclusive for Writers' Program certificate students:

• Advising : Receive a 30-minute, one-on-one goal-setting consultation with a Writers’ Program advisor. During this consultation, the advisor will customize a certificate program curriculum tailored to your experience, interests, and writing goals.
• Enrollment : Receive advance notice of upcoming Writers’ Program courses and enroll before the general public each quarter. You also receive preferential placement on wait lists.
• Manuscript Consultation : Within six months of completing certificate program coursework, receive 50% off a one-on-one manuscript consultation with a Writers' Program instructor. Learn more .

Advanced standing at Antioch University*

Students who complete the Certificate in Creative Writing can receive Advanced Standing in Antioch University Los Angeles’s MFA in Creative Writing .

Advanced Standing allows a student to enter the MFA program with the equivalent of one semester completed. In addition, you may be eligible for Antioch’s fellowships and scholarships.

Additional benefits exclusive to all UCLA Extension certificate students:

• Career Resources : Access UCLA Extension’s Career Resources including online career coaching, workshops, networking events, and other resources.  Learn More .
• Handshake Access : Explore thousands of job and internship postings through UCLA Career Center’s online job board. Learn More .
• UCLA Alumni Association Membership : Upon completing your certificate, join the nationwide Bruin family as a member of the UCLA Alumni Association. Learn More .
• Graduation Celebration : Attend the annual UCLA Extension Graduation Ceremony on campus to celebrate your achievements. Learn More .
• UCLA Recreation Facilities : Enjoy access to UCLA Recreation facilities as a student affiliate. Learn More .
• Bruin ID Card : Obtain an affiliate/Guest UCLA Bruin ID Card for additional student-related benefits. Learn More .

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Students must apply and be admitted into the Graduate Certificate to be eligible to receive a Graduate Certificate. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Graduate Certificate Director prior to applying. 

Applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

• University Admission Requirements, including English Proficiency      
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Additional Admissions Requirements

In addition, must also submit the following with the application form:

• a writing sample

Curriculum Requirements (15 Credit Hours)

Required Courses (6 credit hours):

Select two of the following graduate courses:

• CRW 6164 The Craft of Fiction Credit Hours: 3
• CRW 6130 Fiction Writing Credit Hours: 3
• CRW 6352 The Craft of Poetry Credit Hours: 3
• CRW 6331 Poetry Writing Credit Hours: 3
• CRW 6231 The Craft of Nonfiction Credit Hours: 3
• CRW 6236 Nonfiction Writing Credit Hours: 3

Elective Courses (9 credit hours):

Select three additional courses from either the list above (if not already taken) or the courses listed below. 

• ENG 6018 Studies in Criticism and Theory I Credit Hours: 3
• LIT 6096 Studies in Contemporary Literature Credit Hours: 3
• LIT 6934 Selected Topics in English Studies Credit Hours: 1-6 approved by the Creative Writing Coordinator or Graduate Director
• Any 6000-level literature course or other graduate course approved by the Graduate Certificate Director.

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Creative Writing harnesses an important area of human creativity – fiction. Whether it's writing and editing books, scriptwriting, creating content for video games, and/or other creative outlets, this is a formal look at the technical and processual side of human creativity.

An online Creative Writing Graduate Certificate is a suitable educational pathway for those wishing to write their own novels or publish and edit professionally. This is also a relevant qualification for educators who wish to teach creative writing.

Creative writing is an important area; most colleges around the U.S. offer academic study in some form. If you are considering an online Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing, you will be expected meet the school's admissions criteria. While this will vary by program, most will ask that you fulfill the following:

• A bachelor's degree in a related subject such as English language, literature, etc.
• A master's degree in a related, relevant subject
• A GPA of 2.5 or above. Some schools may ask for 3.0 or higher
• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended
• A sample (usually ten pages) of a creative writing project
• If English is not your first language, you will be expected to provide English communication evidence through certification: PTEA, IELTS, and TOEFL, though some accept ELS112 and DuoLingo
• 2-3 letters of recommendation. Academic recommendations preferred, but employer references may also be accepted
• Application fee
• Written personal statement/essay in addition to the creative writing sample

Online Creative Writing Graduate Certificates include coursework in advanced literature and writing techniques, and may also include elective coursework. Classes titles may include:

• Introduction to Creative Writing
• Poetry: Writing & Critiquing
• Studies in Genre
• Craft of Creative Writing
• Modern and Contemporary US Literature
• Modern and Contemporary US Poetry
• Studies in English Language Novels
• Developing Writing Skills
• The Craft of Reading
• The Art of Editing
• Writing About Place
• Contemporary & Alternative Voices
• Essay Writing
• Screenwriting
• General Nonfiction Writing
• Science Writing
• Memoir Writing & Editing
• Journalism & Media
• Capstone Project

An online Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing opens the doors to many fulfilling writing careers. Pathways with this grad cert in hand may include:

• Screenwriter : Screenwriters write scripts and screenplays for adaptation for the movie and television industries.
• Creative Director : A creative director works in TV, movies, and stage, to direct the creative production and have final say on creative decisions.
• Copywriter / Content Writer : Writing marketing collateral or other sales material, a copywriter crafts sales pitches in emails, blogs, leaflets, and more to persuade potential customers and/or to get a brand's message across.
• Newspaper / Magazine Editor : You could work as an editor for print media including newspapers and magazines, making final editorial and publishing decisions.
• Copy Editor / Proofreader : With your skill in structure, grammar, and syntax, you can find work editing the creative content of others. Copy Editors advise on content while proofreaders correct errors.
• Publishing Agent : Helping writers get representation in publishing houses and negotiate contracts.
• Author / Novelist : This may be the first career choice that comes to mind for creative writing graduates – writing and publishing books of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and more.
• Reviewer : Magazines, websites, newspapers hire reviewers of new media. Book reviewers will critique the style and the content.
• Creative Writing Teacher : If you are already a teacher or educator, earning a grad certificate in Creative Writing can open exciting opportunities to teach the discipline at the high school or college level, or even in adult continuing education.

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Starting Fall 2023

Middle Georgia State University is pleased to offer a new Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing.

The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing offers a fully online, 15-hour credential to prepare writers to use their talents in the professional world. 

This certificate supports writers already working in a creative field, students honing their craft before navigating the publishing world or film industry, and those pursuing a personally enriching goal in parallel to their current career. Whether writing is your career or your passion, this certificate will prepare you for success.

• Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing Curriculum

The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing is:

• Fully online
• Taught in 8-week sessions. Students can complete this program in a calendar year.
• Designed to develop skills in multiple genres -- fiction, poetry, screenwriting, and narrative journalism -- as well as introduce writer to practical aspects of publishing
• Taught by published authors and master teachers

The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing is a stand-alone degree. But students in MGA’s Master of Arts in Technical and Professional Writing (or who wish to pursue that degree) can count as up to two of your electives for the MATPW.

• A bachelor’s degree from an institutionally accredited college or university
• 2.50 undergraduate GPA
• Letter of application that states the applicant's interest in and goals for the program
• Evidence of aptitude for graduate study
• For residents of Georgia, documentation of lawful residence

To apply, go to the application page for the Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing .

What classes would I take?

The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing is a 15-credit hour program made up of these courses:

• CRWR 5040: Fiction Writing
• CRWR 5050: Poetry Writing
• CRWR 5440: Screenwriting
• CRWR 5700: Narrative Journalism
• CRWR 5900: Publishing and the Creative Writer

How long would it take to complete this program?

The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing can be completed in a calendar year. Two courses will be taught in the Fall Semester (one in each 8-week session), two in the Spring Semester (one in each 8-week session), and one in the Summer Semester.

Does the program start only in the Fall Semester?

Not so. Admitted students may begin this graduate certificate program in fall, spring, or summer semester.

Can I combine this program with other MGA Graduate Programs, especially the MA in Technical and Professional Writing?

MGA’s School of Arts and Letters offers “stackable” graduate programs. In this case, any two of these courses can count as electives in MGA’s Master of Arts in Technical and Professional Writing. See Graduate Technical Writing Programs for more.

Completion of this graduate certificate qualifies applicants for expedited admission to the Master of Arts in Technical and Professional Writing.

If you are an MATPW student or graduate and have taken graduate CRWR classes as electives, those classes will count toward your Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing. You may take additional classes either during or after completion of your MATPW to add this graduate certificate as an additional credential. Please contact the graduate coordinator for further details.

Any testing requirements for admission?

We do not require admissions exams for acceptance into the Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing

Financial aid available?

Federal financial aid is not currently available for this graduate certificate. However, we do offer Graduate Certificate students other financing options such as Nelnet payment plans , alternative loans , tuition assistance programs (TAP), and third-party scholarships.

Are letters of recommendation required?

Letters of recommendation are not required for the Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing.

What is “evidence of aptitude for success in graduate-level studies”?

A graduate admissions committee determines aptitude for success by reviewing applicants’ official transcript(s) and statement of interest. No additional materials beyond those indicated in the application instructions are required.

Do I need to live in Georgia or near Macon?

Not at all. Both programs are fully online. MGA’s graduate writing programs have students from across Georgia, but also students from as far away as Pennsylvania, Texas, and Oregon.

Are there application deadlines?

Our admissions committee will make all efforts to review all complete applications before the start date of each semester, even those that come in after any deadline. Also, students whose applications are not complete before the 1 st session of a semester can be admitted for the 2 nd session. For admission deadline information for other graduate programs, select the program here:  https://www.mga.edu/graduate-admissions/programs/index.php  

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A Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing is offered through the Master of Arts in Professional Writing Program in the English Department, Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences, at Kennesaw State University. A unique four-course, non-degree program, its mission is to provide instruction and membership in a community of writers to qualified writing students in metro Atlanta and North Georgia who seek intensive creative writing practice but who do not want to matriculate in a graduate degree program.

This Graduate Certificate program allows qualified writers to study in graduate-level writing workshops taught by professional writers on the Kennesaw State University faculty.

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Required Courses:  (12 credit hours) 

Select twelve credit hours from the following. Students should select at least one workshop-based course.

• PRWR 6400: Writing the Biography
• PRWR 6410: Feature Writing
• PRWR 6455: The Genres of Creative Writing
• PRWR 6460: Fiction Writing I
• PRWR 7460: Fiction Writing II
• PRWR 6470: Poetry Writing I
• PRWR 7470: Poetry Writing II
• PRWR 6480: Playwriting I
• PRWR 7480: Playwriting II
• PRWR 6520: Creative Nonfiction Writing I
• PRWR 7520: Creative Nonfiction Writing II
• STVW 6490: Screenwriting I
• STVW 7490: Screenwriting II
• STVW 6495: TV Writing: Half-Hour
• STVW 6496: TV Writing: One-Hour
• STVW 7495: TV Writing II
• STVW 7496: TV Writers Room

Non-Workshop-Based Courses

• PRWR 6810: Publishing in the 21st Century
• PRWR 6100: Readings for Writers
• PRWR 6440: Professional and Academic Editing
• PRWR 6760: World Englishes
• PRWR 6800: Careers in Professional Writing
• PRWR 7600: MAPW Practical Internship
• PRWR 7810: Research Methods for Writers
• PRWR 7900: Special Topics

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Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing

The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing focuses on the theory and practice of creating literary works.

The certificate consists of four graduate creative writing workshops, which can be completed in one genre or in more than one genre.

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Spalding’s Graduate Certificate in Writing offers a full semester of intensive study taught by faculty of our low residency Master of Fine Arts in Writing, nationally recognized as a Top 10 program. In the certificate program, you’ll earn 15 hours of graduate academic credit and have the option to matriculate into Spalding’s MFA or MAW program. This way, you can earn a graduate certificate on the way to completing a master’s degree and for about the same costs as the master’s degree alone. Learn why serious writers choose to study at Spalding .

Writers can use their Spalding certificate studies to pursue their literary passion or to focus on teaching. The certificate semester provides the time, focus and mentoring expertise that can make all the difference in a memoir, screenplay or other creative writing project. And a certificate with a focus on teaching can prove crucial in helping educators advance their careers.

The certificate program offers concentrations in fiction , poetry , creative nonfiction , writing for children & young adults , screenwriting and playwriting . Students may also focus on teaching. Students complete a week-long residency on campus or virtually alongside MAW and MFA students. Virtual residencies, which offer the same immersive curriculum as students receive on campus, are taught live in real time by our outstanding MFA faculty. Residency is followed by an independent study course in which students write extensively and receive detailed feedback from an MFA faculty member. And our virtual Business of Writing Seminars offer insights into editing, publishing and career options. This low-residency model makes graduate study possible for students with full-time jobs and substantial family commitments.

A BA or BS is the minimum education requirement.

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Creative Writing Certificate

Overview: Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing

This fully-online graduate certificate program is designed for creative writers seeking to sharpen their skills and work toward publishable fiction and/or poetry, and also for teachers seeking to improve and enhance their pedagogy of Creative Writing.

Through a foundational course in techniques followed by workshop classes in which original creative work is read and critiqued, students will complete and revise a body of work under the guidance of experienced teachers and authors from Bowling Green State University’s acclaimed Creative Writing Program. Students will complete 12 hours of graduate level coursework.

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Applicants should follow the instructions outlined in the “Graduate Admissions” section of the Graduate Catalog.  The online application can be reached from  https://www.bgsu.edu/graduate/admissions .  All application materials are submitted online.   

Applicants are required (1) a Statement of Purpose that identifies the program for which admission is sought and explains preparation for the program, the purpose for enrolling in it, and professional goals relevant to the program; and (2) a Writing Sample: either 8 – 10 double-spaced pages of prose, or 5 pages of poetry.     

Applicants currently enrolled in the Online MA in English at Bowling Green State University need only submit a Statement of Purpose. 

Students will complete:

• Either ENG 6300 Technique of Poetry, or ENG 6310 Technique of Fiction
• Three sections of ENG 6320 Graduate Writers Workshop in any genre.

                    Sections are offered in either Fiction, Poetry, or Nonfiction

• ENG 6300 Technique of Poetry
• ENG 6310 Technique of Fiction
• Two sections of ENG 6320 Graduate Writers Workshop in any genre.

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Whether you aspire to elevate your writing capabilities or embark on a writing-focused career, this Diploma equips you with the essential tools to excel in the realm of creative storytelling.

With the Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing, you can choose to explore six pivotal units within the course structure provided to equip you with indispensable skills needed to craft compelling narratives.

After completing your Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing, you can continue your studies to gain a Master of Creative Writing to refine your storytelling and literary finesse and reach audiences across various mediums.

*Duration depends on individual study path and unit availability. Please speak to a Student Enrolment Advisor for advice.

For more information about our fast-tracked master degree, contact one of our Student Enrolment Advisors on 1300 707 760 or request a call-back.

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The Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing is for students looking to enhance their writing skills. Students will learn modern writing principles and practices - empowering them to thrive as skilled wordsmiths.

• Build a contemporary toolkit of creative writing techniques allowing you to generate fresh ideas.
• Unleash your artistic potential and;
• Write the stories you're burning to tell.

Write your own story

• Tailor your skills to the forms of writing that inspire you with our dynamic course.
• Apply new learnings to passion projects and work towards personal writing goals.
• Choose electives that best align with your interests.

The online Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing consists of 6 units from a pool of 8.

Writing Fiction

• This unit introduces the fundamentals of writing fiction through reading a range of short stories.

Writing Realities

• This unit explores writing based on actual events, including history, biography, true crime and stories of place and family.

Writing for Performance

• This unit introduces skills for writing drama or monologue for performance.

Writing and Audience

• This unit cultivates a writer's understanding of their work with consideration of genre and readership, including online audiences.

Editing and Publishing

• This unit explores the business of writing, editing, and publishing, including processes and workflow for professional editing, seeking publication, and presenting the professional author platform.

Writing for the Planet’s Future

• This unit takes an ecocritical approach to writing about place and environment in the production of fiction, poetry, and nonfiction.

Writing and Empathy

• This unit explores the core practice of writing and embodiment - including writing about love and characters outside our own viewpoint.

Writing Fiction that Scares and Unsettles

• This unit explores the darker aspects of fiction including genres such as horror and gothic, as well as thematic concerns like violence, trauma, and conflict.
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To gain entry to the Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing, applicants must have:

• A bachelor’s degree in any discipline; OR
• Equivalent prior learning, including at least five years of relevant professional experience or students must submit a piece of published work.​​

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Donna Mazza

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Donna, a notable fiction writer and researcher, specialises in environmental and feminist speculative fiction. Her recent novel "Fauna" (2020) was shortlisted for Aurealis Best Science Fiction Novel. She's the author of "The Albanian" (2007), winning the TAG Hungerford Award. Donna is a prominent figure in conferences, festivals, and radio discussions, while also contributing to public art projects.

Dr. Aksel Dadswell

Aksel Dadswell is an award-winning West Australian horror and weird fiction writer. Holding a PhD in creative writing, his work explores race and belonging, featured in anthologies like "Test Patterns: Creature Features" (2018) and "Hymns of Abomination: Secret Songs of Leeds" (2021).

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The cost of our Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing is $21,600* for all 6 units.

To assist with some or all of your tuition fees, FEE-HELP is available for eligible students. This government-supported loan scheme is designed to help eligible full-fee paying students pay their postgraduate tuition fees.

To find out if you are eligible for FEE-HELP, you can contact one of our Student Enrolment Advisors on 1300 707 760.

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Our Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing comprises 6 units and is a great option for students looking to enhance their writing skills through the application of modern principles and practices and apply these new skills to reach their creative and professional goals. Our Graduate Certificate of Creative Writing comprises 3 units and provides students with a foundational understanding of the techniques of creative writing practice.

If you do not have an undergraduate degree, you may be eligible for the Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing if you have equivalent prior learning, including at least two years of relevant professional experience or you arrange with ECU Online to submit a piece of published work. To find out more we recommend contacting our Student Enrolment Advisors to provide a tailored assessment of your eligibility.

After successfully completing your Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing, you can continue your studies by pursuing a Master of Creative Writing. Alternatively, you can apply the skills you gain from this postgraduate diploma to advance your current career or open the door to new opportunities in content creation management and editing, brand storytelling and as a writer for media, advertising, not-for-profit sectors or in pursuit of your personal writing goals.

Whether a Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing is worth pursuing depends on your personal and professional goals. It’s important to consider:

The Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing offers a unique platform to showcase advanced writing prowess, cultivate the essential skills for successful publication, and craft captivating written material. Graduates can unlock pathways to elevated roles in writing and editing within their selected domains.

Through the Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing, students can refine their creative voices, communication expertise, and purpose-driven strategies. Graduates often find a deeper connection with their personal goals and are equipped to integrate their passions into their careers, fostering positive change and personal fulfillment.

In addition to gaining a comprehensive understanding of various writing techniques, students learn to creatively apply them to achieve their own unique career and personal objectives. They become adept at crafting impactful messages that resonate with diverse audiences while addressing the broader needs and values of the community.

At ECU Online we understand that everyone has different work arrangements, family responsibilities, locations and learning styles. This is why our postgraduate courses are offered 100% online, so you can balance your study with other commitments. As an ECU Online student, you will have access to academic and non-academic support.

Our accelerated online courses are developed by industry experts and engaged academics. You can easily connect with learning facilitators and course coordinators through our easy-to-use online learning environment to gain feedback and ask academic questions. You can also reach out to a Learning Advisor who can help with things like assessment writing, study skills and more.

You will have a dedicated Student Success Advisor available to you from when you start studying through to graduation. They will be available to provide non-academic support, such as assistance with scheduling time to study and more.

As an ECU online student, you also have access to all the support offered by ECU, both on-campus and online:

• Access and inclusion services
• Student health services
• Psychological counselling support
• Careers and employability services
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No, the Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing is 100% online and does not include any on-campus components. We have designed this course to be flexible so you can tailor your studies to fit your lifestyle.

Interested in accelerated online study at ECU?

Our Student Enrolment Advisors are ready to answer your questions. Send us an email or schedule a call-back at a time that best suits you.

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Publishing and Professional Development in Writing Graduate Certificate Program

The realities and commercial exigencies of book publishing in today’s marketplace, along with the intimately connected fields of editing and agenting, are of tantamount importance to writers’ lives, perhaps more than ever before. All writers and aspiring editors who hope to find a large readership for their or their authors’ books must have a comprehensive understanding of the various interconnected sectors of book publishing: agenting, marketing, distribution, social media, bookselling, reviewing. Through the guided study of these different areas, students will find themselves equipped with the skills needed to continue to forge their literary careers in an extremely competitive marketplace.

• Three Publishing and Professional Development courses

May include MCW 575  The Publishing Industry: Literary Presses and Journals; MCW 579  Practicum in Teaching Creative Writing;  MCW 580 Practicum in Publishing; or any other related courses identified by the SPS Graduate Office.

• One writing workshop or one graduate-level course elective

May include independent study (not to exceed one), any Publishing and Professional Development course, any graduate literature course, or any MCW 490 elective course.

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The Publishing and Professional Development in Writing Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study has been designed to ensure that certificate holders:

• Acquire in-depth knowledge of the current corporate and independent publishing landscape
• Understand how books are acquired, edited, marketed, and distributed
• Hone their editorial skills in order to apply for full-time editorial positions and/or to work as freelance editors
• Gain insight into how the writer-agent relationship influences the current publishing climate

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The Publishing and Professional Development in Writing Course Schedule page provides you with detailed information on the program's offerings.

You can find a full listing of our instructors in this certificate program on the Publishing and Professional Development in Writing Faculty page.

Applicants to this certificate program must hold a graduate degree from an accredited U.S. college, university or its foreign equivalent. A competitive graduate record that indicates strong academic ability is required. Work, internship, or research experience is highly desirable, but not a requirement. A list of admission requirements can be found on the  Publishing and Professional Development in Writing Admission page.

Tuition costs can vary for each of our programs. For the most up-to-date information on financial obligations, please visit our Publishing and Professional Development in Writing page.

Our Publishing and Professional Development in Writing Registration Information page outlines important dates and deadlines as well as the process for adding and dropping courses.