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 creative writing 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 after the Arts with a major in Creative Writing at Macquarie University

So that you’re equipped with the knowledge and skills employers require now and in the future, we design many of our degrees in consultation with a range of industries and sectors. Having such experts involved in creating the fundamentals of your degree provides you with opportunities to contextualise your learning, and gain the latest career insights.Professions

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

Creative Writing 2: Short-form fiction

Writing Popular Genre Fiction

Publishing poetry and short stories

Novel and Novella Writing

Literature: Medieval to Modern

Literature: Modern and Contemporary

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-02-03 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-02-06 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-07-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-07-10 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Disciplines

Creative Writing Liberal Arts Literature View 56 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

58

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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

A recognised senior secondary school qualification or university entrance examination, such as the New South Wales Higher School Certificate (NSW HSC) or other equivalent Australian or overseas high school qualification
A recognised university Foundation course
A recognised 2 or 3-year Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree
At least one year of a university degree from a recognised institution
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Tuition Fee

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International

35800 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35800 AUD per year during 36 months.

National - Commonwealth supported

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

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Arts with a major in 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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