Study Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) (ARB001.1) at University of Canberra in Australia, Faculty of Arts and Design

About this course

About this course
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The University of Canberra 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 will help you emerge from your degree with an impressive portfolio of dynamic, creative and professional work. You will 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 will learn to build narratives, craft language and hone your critical skills, and will graduate with a broad and flexible set of skills and knowledge.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts and Design

CRICOS

095562B

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

A$35,000.00 (US$ 23,066) per year

Homestay or private rental accommodation - vary from $160 per week for a room in a share house to $400–500 per week for a 2–3 bedroom house.

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Bruce

11 Kirinari Street,

Bruce,

Australian Capital Territory,

2617, Canberra, Australia

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

A$35,000.00 (US$ 23,066) per year

Homestay or private rental accommodation - vary from $160 per week for a room in a share house to $400–500 per week for a 2–3 bedroom house.

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Bruce

11 Kirinari Street,

Bruce,

Australian Capital Territory,

2617, Canberra, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

For international students studying an Australian Year 12 qualification, your selection rank is your ATAR plus any adjustment factors you may be eligible for.If youre an international student who has not completed an Australian Year 12, we also recognise a range of other international qualifications for direct entry. These include the NCEA Level 3, the International Baccalaureate (IB) and GCE A Levels, plus other country-specific qualifications.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.