Graduate Diploma in Creative Writing

Study Area

Media and communications

Study Level

Postgraduate

University

The University of Sydney

State

NSW

Course Detail

Campus

Camperdown/Darlington campus

Intake Time

March, August

Standard Duration

1 Year

About the Course

The Graduate Diploma in Creative Writing invites you to explore and develop your skills in fiction, non-fiction, screenwriting, poetry and more. Throughout your studies you will gain a deep understanding of theories and histories of writing. This degree offers intimate access to Sydney's literary life, including major literary and cultural events and institutions with which the University has close ties, such as the Sydney Writers' Festival. You will experience a constant calendar of readings, performances and community events, as well as a host of celebrated visitors in a superb research environment. We support all kinds of literary ambition in a setting that builds capacity, encourages diversity and experimentation, and supports professional writing. Fundamental to this degree are the core skills of writing, structuring and editing.

Requirements

Average Score

At Least 60%

IELTS

A minimum result of 7.0 overall including a minimum result of 6.0 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 7.0 in Writing

Background Requirements

YES

The University of Sydney

Institute Ranking

#40 in QS World University Rankings 2021, #2 in Australia

Program Ranking

#2 in Australia for Communication and Media, #21 in the world. *QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020