Overview

Creative writing goes outside the bounds of professional, journalistic, academic or technical forms of literature. It’s typically identified by an emphasis on narrative craft, character development and the use of literary figures. Studying this Arts - Creative Writing programme at Macquarie University allows for artistic self-expression, and will help you to better understand the mechanics of reading and writing.

You’ll study fiction, poetry, non-fiction, scriptwriting and writing for the digital environment. Applied writing units contain a workshop component where you develop your creative concepts and put them into practice through writing, revising and responding to feedback.

Career Opportunities

Advertising copywriter

Biographer

Book, magazine or e-publisher

Broadcaster

Content specialist

Corporate communications specialist

Editor or publisher

Feature writer

Freelance writer

Game designer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Literature and the Visual

Writing Popular Genre Fiction

Publishing poetry and short stories

Novel and Novella Writing

Literature: Medieval to Modern

Literature: Modern and Contemporary

Popular Fiction

Following Poetry from Epic to Instagram

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-07 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-02-03 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-07-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-11 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-07-07 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

TOEFL^® IBT

Duolingo English Test

115

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Creative Writing Liberal Arts View 47 other Bachelors in Creative Writing in Australia

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

TOEFL^® IBT

Duolingo English Test

115

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 001357G

International selection rank: 70

The selection rank is based on the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR). It determines the minimum eligibility requirements for entry to Macquarie.

Macquarie University recognises a range of international academic qualifications for direct entry to our courses, including:

senior secondary qualifications from more than 40 countries

several Australian and overseas foundation programs

diplomas, associate degrees and bachelor degrees assessed as comparable in standard to Australian qualifications.

Tuition Fee

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International

39600 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39600 AUD per year during 36 months.
National

14100 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14100 AUD per year during 36 months.

National:

Domestic commonwealth Supported Place

This is last year tuitions. Current tuition is not yet confirmed

Living costs for Sydney

1882 - 3547 AUD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Macquarie has one of the most generous international scholarship programs in Australia.

This includes a wide variety of long and short term opportunities for international students. The range of scholarships available can depend on the country you are from, with other eligibility factors including your field of study and academic or sporting achievements.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Arts - Creative Writing.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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