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Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing)


  • University of Canberra
  • Course CRICOS Code:095562B
  • World Ranking (QS):NO.456
  • Course Duration:3 years
  • Australian State:Australian Capital TerritoryACT
  • Australian City:Canberra
  • Course Intake:Semester 1,Semester 2

Course Description

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 prose fiction, poetry, writing for young people, screenwriting and narrative non-fiction. You’ll learn to build narratives, craft language and hone your critical skills, and will graduate with a broad and flexible set of skills and knowledge.

Basic Information

Course Discipline Creative Writing
Faculty Faculty of Arts and Design
Qualification Level Bachelor/Undergraduate
2025 Course Tuition Fee (Annual) $AUD 29,000
Course Duration 3 years
Campus(es) Bruce

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements 1. Year 12 ATAR 2. other Australian Qualification 3. work experience 4. overseas qualification
English Requirements IELTS: 6.0 a score of not less than 7.0 in both reading and writing, and no band score below 6.0
Portfolio Required NO
Work Experience Required NO