Undergraduate Certificate in Creative Writing

Certificate

This one-year, part-time course invites students to hone their passion for writing, offering insights into creative writing fundamentals, critical analysis, digital literacy, and cultural sensitivity. Graduates may progress to a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Creative Writing.

Key details

Degree Type

Certificate

Duration

1 semester part-time

Course Code

UH-CRWRI

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$8,500 per year

About this course

Overview

This one-year, part-time course is an invitation to apply and hone your passion for writing - whether you are aiming to publish your first novel or a collection of poetry, or craft compelling narratives for digital media.

During your studies you'll gain the theoretical insights and practical skills that create a strong foundation to advance your education and career in the literary arts.

creative writing fundamentals, from constructing narratives to developing characters and settings that captivate readers
critical analysis and creative synthesis, enabling you to foster original ideas and critique yours and others' work
digital literacy in creative contexts
using technology to enhance your writing process and publish your work in various formats
international literary standards and the global landscape of publishing and storytelling to position your work for a worldwide audience
cultural sensitivity, embedding respect for Indigenous values and perspectives in your writing, and enriching your narratives with diverse voices.

After completing this course, you will be eligible to apply to study for your Bachelor of Arts majoring in Creative Writing.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

Select an option that best suits you:

You're considered someone who has recently left university if:

Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree. This may include applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider and want to transfer to Curtin University, or applicants who are currently studying at Curtin but want to switch to a different course. It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.

Curtin course switcher criteria

The Undergraduate Certificate in Creative Writing may enable entry (and credit for the four units completed) into the Creative Writing major (MJRU-CRWRI) within the Bachelor of Arts (B-ARTS) program at Curtin.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing: 6
Speaking: 6
Reading: 6
Listening: 6
Overall band score: 6.5

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What you will learn

What you'll learn

apply principles and concepts of Creative Writing in a variety of contexts relevant to further learning and/or paraprofessional work
apply critical and creative thinking and problem solving skills relevant to Creative Writing to generate innovative solutions to problems
use technology appropriately to communicate Creative Writing concepts to experts and non-experts
consider global perspectives on Creative Writing and international Creative Writing standards
demonstrate respect for Indigenous values, cultures and knowledges and consider Indigenous perspectives on Creative Writing
work professionally in teams and independently, and demonstrate life-long learning skills

Credit for prior study or work

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

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How to apply

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Curtin course code: UH-CRWRI
Last updated on: 14 October 2025

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