Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing)
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The University of Canberra’s writing program is the oldest of its kind in Australia, with a long and established record of excellence. The Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) is staffed by award-winning, industry-active novelists, poets, screenwriters, editors and publishers who’ll help you emerge from your degree with an impressive portfolio of dynamic, creative and professional work. You’ll have the opportunity to experiment in different modes of creative writing, including fiction, poetry, wr
Official- Duration
- 3 years
- Qualification
- Bachelor Degree
- AQF 7
- Campus
- Bruce
- ACT
- Course code
- CRICOS 095562B
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Course overview
The University of Canberra’s writing program is the oldest of its kind in Australia, with a long and established record of excellence. The Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) is staffed by award-winning, industry-active novelists, poets, screenwriters, editors and publishers who’ll help you emerge from your degree with an impressive portfolio of dynamic, creative and professional work. You’ll have the opportunity to experiment in different modes of creative writing, including fiction, poetry, writing for young people, screenwriting, creative non-fiction, writing about place, and in intersection with the visual arts. You’re encouraged to explore a minor in Literary Studies, since all writers need to read to see what is possible and relevant. Creative Writing at UC accentuates skills development in the context of dynamic experiences. You’ll learn to craft narratives, manipulate language and pursue analysis, and will graduate with a broad and flexible set of skills and knowledge.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. International undergraduate applicants normally require an educational qualification deemed equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate, with the course's required rank and any additional criteria. 2. Australian-Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific rank and selection criteria; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- TOEFL iBTOverall 79L 20 · R 20 · W 20 · S 20
- PTE AcademicOverall 58L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 176L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 176L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
International undergraduate applicants normally require an educational qualification deemed equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate, with the course's required rank and any additional criteria.
Additional entry requirement
Australian-Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific rank and selection criteria; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | — | — | $33,800per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing)cricos.education.gov.au
- University of Canberracanberra.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- International Course Guide 2027Official source
- UC College International Entry Requirements 2026Official source
- ELICOS course 2027Official source
- Standard academic entry requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source