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Master of Arts (Creative Writing)
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Masters by Coursework
Duration
1.5 years
full-time
or
part-time
equiv.
SATAC Code 3CM018
2009
ATAR
N/A
- Program Outline
The creative writing programs aim to develop a writer's skill by providing:
- opportunities to work with qualified staff, mentors and fellow writers over an extended period in order to develop writing skills
- opportunities to explore individual approaches to writing and creativity in a supportive, structured environment
- practical experience through the sharing of writing exercises in workshops, as well as skills in research, revision, development of material and critical understanding
- opportunities to contribute to professional journals and other publications. Writers will gain knowledge of the processes involved in editing and publication, as well as distribution, promotion and dissemination
- development of an understanding of the changing possibilities for creative writing in Australia and internationally, from an author's point of view
- encouragement of artistic confidence and independence.
- Program Structure
Students may enrol directly into the Graduate Diploma if they only wish to undertake one year of full-time study and may qualify for a Graduate Certificate after successfully completing the first semester's required courses.
The coursework program is structured around weekly on campus seminars and individual consultations on work in progress. Information on part-time study is available from the English Discipline office. - Assessment
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I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3CM018 Annual tuition fees Australian Full-fee place: $15,250Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries Student Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.Completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus submission of a portfolio to the Discipline; or, completed Graduate Diploma in Creative Writing with at least a distinction average.Additional Entry Requirements
Submission of an excellent portfolio of creative writing to the Discipline of English (Napier Building, North Terrace) at the time of application. Details of requirements for the portfolio can be obtained from the English Discipline.How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3CM018International applicants
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IELTS Overall 7 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $22,050 Mid-year entry? No Enquiries Student Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyPrerequisites
Graduate Diploma in Creative Writing with distinction averageEquivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting76.56.577Additional Entry Requirements
Also required at time of application: portfolio of writingHow to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Annual tuition fees International student place: $22,050 Mid-year entry? No Enquiries Student Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only - Study Plans
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules).
Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.Core Courses:
Writing Project
Writers on Writing
Editing for Writers
Poetics and ProcessDissertation:
Advanced Writing Project
- Career Opportunities
Writing in various genres, teaching, editing, publishing, journalism. Students gain workable knowledge in professional aspects of a writer's career: editing, applying for grants and working to achieve publication.
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Writer
- Graduate Attributes
- Ability to think creatively and critically
- Ability to communicate concepts and ideas through writing and discussion
- Specialised knoweldge of contemporary writing in chosen genre
- Ability to read texts for context, meaning and technique
- Ability to integrate research skills into creative forms
- Ability to set goals and work to deadlines
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively
- An understanding of ethical issues in the writing profession
- Ability to revise and edit manuscripts, and an understanding of publishing issues and opportunities
- Ability to apply specialised knowledge of contemporary writing practices in chosen genre
- Ability to edit and revise manuscripts at advanced levels
- Program Rules
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English discipline--telephone (08) 8303 8132 or visit: www.hss.adelaide.edu.au/creativewriting/
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