Creative writing is a component of many forms of communication, including journalism, marketing, social media, film, performance, and popular music, as well as literary publication. The courses in the Certificate in Creative Writing teach the craft of writing in the foundational forms of poetry, fiction, non-fiction, and drama as well as other established and emerging forms. A student pursuing the Certificate in Creative Writing will develop their own craft through study, practice, and workshopping. Upon completion, the student will have a portfolio demonstrating their skill across a range of forms. The program may also serve as a step toward more advanced studies in creative writing.

Major Average
The major average in the Certificate in Creative Writing includes the grades earned in:

  • All courses eligible to be used in the program

Residency Requirements
To receive a Certificate in Creative Writing, students must complete at least half of the required coursework (to the nearest highest multiple of 3 credit units) from the University of Saskatchewan.

See Residency for additional details.

Requirements (15 credit units)

  • ENG 220.3

Choose 6 credit units from the following:

  • ENG 110.6
  • ENG 111.3
  • ENG 112.3
  • ENG 113.3
  • ENG 114.3
  • ENG 120.3
  • DRAM 231.3
  • ENG 302.3
  • ENG 308.3
  • DRAM 331.6
  • ENG 365.6
  • ENG 366.3
  • ENG 417.3

Choose 6 credit units from the following courses:

  • DRAM 231.3
  • ENG 302.3
  • ENG 308.3
  • DRAM 331.6
  • ENG 365.6
  • ENG 366.3
  • ENG 417.3