Creative writing
Why study Creative writing?
We offer students the opportunity to choose from a wide selection of creative writing subjects based on their specific interests. The subjects offered are predominantly practical, but students can choose from a number of theoretical subjects to complement their writing. The course offers exposure to a range of inter-disciplinary areas such as Linguistics, Media Studies, Cinema Studies, Philosophy, English, and Theatre and Drama. Examples of the subjects offered include: Persuasion and Public Speech; Writing Fiction; Writing for Radio; Publishing and Editing; Script Development; Story Telling and the Cinema; Critical Thinking and Researching the Media.
Career opportunities
Writing, publishing and editing, reviewing, arts criticism, scriptwriting and performance, as well as other arts-related occupations in fields such as film, media, theatre, and teaching.
Courses
Local students
| Offer year | Course title | Campus(es) | Duration | Semester starts |
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| 2013 | Graduate Diploma in Creative Writing |
Melbourne
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1 year full-time or part-time equivalent | Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) |
Graduate Diploma in Creative Writing continued…
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How to apply?
Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.
Fees and scholarships
Postgraduate coursework programs are either:
- Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
- CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.
Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.
International students
No courses available
How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Related study options
Didn't find a suitable course? You could also try these study options:
Your study experience
Other ways into postgraduate study
Contact the faculty office to find out about other ways into postgraduate study.
Overseas study opportunities
There are many opportunities for La Trobe students to study overseas. Students from overseas can come to La Trobe and do a short term Study Abroad program. Some short courses are also available to international students. Short courses are also available to international students. Visit International Students for more information.
Student and graduate profiles
Students of the Faculty talk about their experience at La Trobe.
About the academic staff
You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences or focus on staff in Creative writing.
