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Creative Writing Certificate at University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan, Canada

Programme overview

Creative writing is a component of many forms of communication, including journalism, marketing, social media, film, performance, and popular music, as well as literary publication. The courses in the Certificate in Creative Writing teach the craft of writing in the foundational forms of poetry, fiction, non-fiction, and drama as well as other established and emerging forms. A student pursuing the Certificate in Creative Writing will develop their own craft through study, practice, and workshopping.

Faculty: College of Arts and Science  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

What you will study

The programme comprises 15 credit units.

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Entry requirements

Creative writing is a component of many forms of communication, including journalism, marketing, social media, film, performance, and popular music, as well as literary publication. The courses in the Certificate in Creative Writing teach the craft of writing in the foundational forms of poetry, fiction, non-fiction, and drama as well as other established and emerging forms. A student pursuing the Certificate in Creative Writing will develop their own craft through study, practice, and workshopping. Upon completion, the student will have a portfolio demonstrating their skill across a range of forms. The program may also serve as a step toward more advanced studies in creative writing.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.usask.ca/creative-writing.php

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