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CREATIVE WRITING CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

The Creative Writing Certificate is for anyone who wants to explore his or her potential as a writer in a practical, constructive, and goal-oriented academic environment. You will begin the course by reviewing the basics of writing: the structure of language, major concepts in aesthetic criticism, and managing the writing process itself. While reviewing the basics, you will have an opportunity to read examples of different genres and discuss these with classmates with a view to developing a well-rounded appreciation of quality in creative writing. In the second half of the certificate you will concentrate on developing your writing style by producing works suitable for publication in your choice of genre. Once you have completed the certificate, you should have confidence in the merits of your completed and critically appraised writing projects and possess the skills needed to continue producing your best writing.

In order to complete the certificate, students must successfully complete 3 core compulsory courses, plus 2 elective courses.

Click on the Course Number for information on prices and start dates.  Course Descriptions are available on the Courses page.


Course Number Course Name
Core Compulsory
ENL0013 Understanding Literature
ENL0011 Writing Grammatically
ENL0012 Writing Project Management
 
Electives (Choose 2)
ENL0006 Poetry Writing
ENL5029 Romance Writing
ENL0014 Writing Short Stories
Some of the on-line courses are also available on a monthly intake basis.