University of Southern Queensland
Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Creative Writing major provids you with an understanding of the practice of creative writing, as well as introduce you to the ideas, theories, and philosophies that inform professional writers and the writing industry. Experiment with diverse forms, genres, and styles of writing and learn how to conceive, write, edit, and proofread your work to a publishable standard.
Learn to think critically about how, why, where and when we write about experiences, landscapes or people; how to write creatively and critically; and how to produce compelling, professional narratives in both fiction and non-fiction. You will join a vibrant and active online and on-campus community that will connect you with local and national writing communities.
Delivery mode
University of Southern Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 37 Sinnathamby Blvd, Springfield Central
- UniSQ Ipswich campus, 11 Salisbury Rd, Ipswich
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
English (Units 3 & 4, C)
We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12).
Tafe (VET) qualification
If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you may be able to use these qualifications to meet entry requirements. As a TAFE or VET graduate, you can use your Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) awards of certificate III, certificate IV, diploma or advanced diploma to submit an application to study with UniSQ.
Work and life experience
You may be able to use your work experience and other adjustment factors to increase your selection rank and meet UniSQ's entry requirements.
English language requirements
You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.
Recognition of prior learning or work experience
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) will prepare you for the following roles.
Author
Authors are professional writers who write books for publication and sale, either fiction or non-fiction. They develop their original ideas into a...
Editor
An Editor makes changes to written work before it is published. You might correct errors, check facts or reduce the size of a written piece. Editor...
Novelist
Novelists are professional writers who specialise in fictional works of literature. They develop story ideas for novels, then write up the manuscri...
Playwright
Playwrights are specialist writers who write the scripts for plays that are performed at theatre houses, festivals, and live events. They write bot...
Screenwriter
Screenwriters are professional writers who write the scripts for movies, television programs, streaming shows, and video games. They may write thei...
Writer
A Writer writes fiction and nonfiction pieces for a range of purposes. You might specialise in a particular type of writing such as poetry, short s...
Scriptwriter
Scriptwriters are specialist writers who write scripts for movies, TV programs, online games, streaming shows, and corporate video. They may develo...
About University of Southern Queensland
A recognised leader in online and blended education, we are renowned for our supportive environment and student-focused commitment to learning and teaching.
At UniSQ, we're fostering a values driven culture - one that is built around relationships and community, mutual respect, diversity and inclusion, and a strong commitment to ethics and integrity, collaboration, creativity and innovation.
We believe that every individual has a role to play in bringing our values to life. Our people live out the UniSQ values every day through the positive, supportive and meaningful relationships they create with their peers, students and the community.
