Macquarie University
Master of Creative Writing
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationCreative writing – expressing yourself with flair and accuracy – is a key skill for life and most professions. If you love writing and reading literature and want to challenge yourself to develop your craft and technique, a degree in creative writing is your pathway to mastering effective non-fiction and creative writing.
In the Master of Creative Writing, you’ll undertake intensive practical workshops across a range of genres, including young adult fiction, creative non-fiction, short story, novella, novel and poetry. And you’ll create, workshop and develop your writing with peers and our expert teachers.
Delivery mode
Macquarie University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Level 24, 123 Pitt Street (Angel Place), Sydney
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of Creative Writing will prepare you for the following roles.
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...
Creative Writer
A Creative Writer is responsible for crafting engaging content across various platforms, including websites, social media, marketing materials, and...
Fiction Writer
A Fiction Writer is a creative professional who crafts imaginative narratives across various genres, including novels, short stories, and scripts,...
Proofreader
Proofreaders are publishing professionals who read through text documents, correcting typos and mistakes in grammar, spelling and formatting. They...
Literary Agent
A Literary Agent represents authors, assisting them in securing publishing deals and managing rights. They review manuscripts, pitch authors’ work...
Publishing Assistant
A Publishing Assistant plays a crucial role in the production and dissemination of various publications, working closely with editors and authors t...
About Macquarie University
Macquarie University is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines, as well as for producing graduates who are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.
Uniquely located in the heart of Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 44,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery.
Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow.
