Overview

Thrive with the support of our faculty of award-winning writers at this only Creative Writing (Hons) offered by the University of Toronto, which offers a major in creative writing. Produce work in poetry, fiction, non-fiction, screenwriting and comics. Then refine your skills through constructive feedback in workshop-based classes, and with visiting writers.

Careers

Author/Writer/Artist in Creative Industries
Journalist/Editor
Drama/Film Critic
Account Manager in Advertising Companies
Social Media Manager
Foreign Service Officer in Government
Public Relations Specialist
Planner in Think-Tanks
Technical Writer

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

What is Literature?
Critical Writing about Literature
Creative Writing
Creative Writing: Fiction
Creative Writing: Screenwriting
Creative Writing: Poetry, Experimentation, and Activism
Creative Writing: Writing for Comics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-02 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

89

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

20 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

Creative Writing View 46 other Bachelors in Creative Writing in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

89

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

65

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

E2 Language Test Prep

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Start Studying Today

Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.

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Accurate score assesment, always
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Other requirements

General requirements

International high school

Proof of high school diploma

diploma requirements vary by country and school system

Required Grade 12 courses

English

Approximate grade requirements

Minimum 70% English
Mid 70s overall

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

66110 CAD / year

≈ 66110 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7610 CAD / year

≈ 7610 CAD / year
In-State Applies to you

Applies to you

6100 CAD / year

≈ 6100 CAD / year

Additional Details

Domestic - Ontario: $6,100
Domestic - outside Ontario: $7,250
International: $63,570

Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

In-State Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Toronto

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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