The University of Sydney
Master of Creative Writing
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationPrioritise your development as a creative writer, reader, and thinker. Learn core skills of creative writing, structuring, and editing in our multi-genre writing workshops, while gaining a deep understanding of practice-based research methods and industry practices for creative writers.
Who is it for?
Suitable for those seeking to develop their creative writing skills, knowledge of literature, and their writing practices towards producing original and imaginative works for future publication. It would suit teachers seeking professional development to enhance their workshop skills and pedagogy.
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
- Level 2, Building A M02/88 Mallett St, Camperdown
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry in the 1 year or 1.5 year degree program is determined by the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) criteria below:
Admission to candidature for the Master of Creative Writing (1.5 years full-time) requires:
- a bachelor's degree with a minimum credit (65%) average calculated over the whole degree, from the University of Sydney, including a major in a relevant subject area in the humanities or social sciences, or an equivalent qualification; or
- completion of the requirements for the embedded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Creative Writing with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification.
Admission to candidature for the Master of Creative Writing (1 year full-time) requires:
- an Honours degree in a relevant discipline; or
- relevant professional work experience and a bachelor's degree with a minimum credit (65%) average or an equivalent qualification.
If you do not meet the requirements listed above for direct entry to the Master’s degree, you may be able to enter via a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in the same subject area and upgrade to the Master’s after successful completion of the shorter course with the relevant minimum average mark.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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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...
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