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Creative Writing Certificate at Washington University in St. Louis

Washington University in St. Louis, United States

Programme overview

A certificate for learners who want in-depth training in fiction, creative nonfiction or poetry, using a workshop model with open discussion and detailed feedback. Instructors are experienced professional writers, many affiliated with the WashU Graduate Writing Program or Department of English. Can be completed online.

Faculty: WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS)  |  Duration: 16 units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: St. Louis, MO, United States

What you will study

Writing Across the Genres in the first term, then four advanced courses (two craft courses and one reading and analysis course in a chosen genre, one in a second genre), and a final 4-credit course including a 1,500-word meta-commentary.

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Entry requirements

Open to all learners with writing skills comparable to CAPS-ECOMP 1110 and CAPS-ECOMP 2030. F-1 and J-1 visa holders face enrollment restrictions and should consult OISS before enrolling in online courses.

Duration: 16 units

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