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48 Best universities for Creative Writing in Canada

Updated: February 29, 2024

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Below is a list of best universities in Canada ranked based on their research performance in Creative Writing. A graph of 246K citations received by 19.8K academic papers made by 48 universities in Canada was used to calculate publications' ratings, which then were adjusted for release dates and added to final scores.

We don't distinguish between undergraduate and graduate programs nor do we adjust for current majors offered. You can find information about granted degrees on a university page but always double-check with the university website.

Please note that our approach to subject rankings is based on scientific outputs and heavily biased on art-related topics towards institutions with computer science research profiles.

1. University of Toronto

For Creative Writing

2. University of British Columbia

3. University of Alberta

4. McGill University

5. York University

6. University of Calgary

7. University of Victoria

8. Simon Fraser University

9. Western University

10. Queen's University

11. University of Ottawa

12. McMaster University

13. University of Waterloo

14. Carleton University

15. University of Montreal

16. University of Manitoba

17. Memorial University of Newfoundland

18. Wilfrid Laurier University

19. Dalhousie University

20. University of Saskatchewan

21. Brock University

22. Ryerson University

23. Concordia University

24. University of Windsor

25. University of Guelph

26. University of Regina

27. Trent University

28. University of Quebec in Montreal

29. Laval University

30. Laurentian University

31. St. Francis Xavier University

32. University of Lethbridge

33. University of New Brunswick

34. University of Winnipeg

35. Lakehead University

36. Mount Saint Vincent University

37. University of Sherbrooke

38. University of Northern British Columbia

39. Saint Mary's University

40. Acadia University

41. University of Prince Edward Island

42. Nipissing University

43. Ontario Tech University

44. Thompson Rivers University

45. Brandon University

46. Mount Royal University

47. MacEwan University

48. Mount Allison University

The best cities to study Creative Writing in Canada based on the number of universities and their ranks are Toronto , Vancouver , Edmonton , and Montreal .

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Creative Writing

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Have you longed to explore your creative potential?

Embrace the unknown and start your journey here. As part of one of the largest Creative Writing programs in Canada, you can learn the essentials of excellent writing and put them into practice. Whether you aspire to write a novel or short story, explore poetry, pen a script or screenplay, or explore other writing styles, we have the courses you need to improve your skills.

Class sizes and writers workshops are kept small to ensure you receive the individual attention you need to help your writing thrive, whether you take your class in-class or online.

Courses in the genres listed below can be applied to the Certificate in Creative Writing

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Major in Creative Writing

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Does your love of literature go beyond scholarship? Are you an aspiring author who wants to add a practical, hands-on component to your university education? Then you've come to the right place: UTSC is the only campus at UofT where you can earn a Major in Creative Writing. Our dedicated faculty take a workshop-based, experiential approach to the study and practice of the literary arts. This means that while you learn how classic and contemporary authors pursue their craft, you also take the exciting first steps towards building your own writing practice.

Our Major program places a particular emphasis on professionalization and how to make your way as a writer in the real world. Our teaching faculty are active and award-winning writers themselves, and the program stream culminates in a practical seminar on "Creative Writing as a Profession." You will also benefit from working each year with a new Writer-in-Residence , and you will have the opportunity to connect with our close-knit and active creative writing alumni network, including recent graduates who have already had their work published.

As a creative writing student you will be part of a vibrant undergraduate community, and have access to a jam-packed calendar of readings, talks, festivals, and other events (just scan our Events page to see what's happened in the past and coming up in the future). You can also participate in C.O.W. (our creative writing club), enter contests, and get published in the UTSC arts journal Scarborough Fair.

There is no better place to immerse yourself in the literary arts than Toronto, the heart of Canada's publishing industry. Join UTSC's growing community of creative writers, and learn how to make your own literary mark on the world.

Here is a route map for navigating the Creative Writing Major (you can expand the map by right-clicking or option-clicking):

How to Apply to the Major in Creative Writing

Students may apply to the Major in Creative Writing after they have completed ENGA03H3 and have accumulated a minimum of 4.0 credits. Students typically apply at the end of their first year.

To apply, applicants must complete two steps:

1. Applicants must request entry to the program on ACORN during the application period as outlined below.

2. Applicants must submit a portfolio for adjudication during the application period as outlined below.

The Portfolio:

The portfolio must be 15-20 pages of the applicant’s best writing in poetry, fiction (either short stories or selections from a longer work), and/or creative non-fiction. Portfolios may include work completed in ENGA03H3 and/or work completed prior to admission to UTSC. The portfolio must be accompanied by a brief letter of application (1–2 pages) addressed to the Program Advisor in Creative Writing. The letter should discuss the applicant’s experience as a writer, their future goals in the creative writing program, and a work of literature that has inspired them.

Application Periods:

There are two application periods for the Creative Writing Program, one in March/April for students applying at the end of the Winter session (Round 1), and one in June/July for students applying at the end of the Summer session (Round 2). Students should visit the Office of the Registrar website for the exact dates of these periods, and make sure to apply on ACORN and submit their portfolios by the end of these periods. (Please note: Creative Writing is considered a “limited enrolment program.”)

How to Submit Portfolios:

Portfolios and letters should be submitted as one document to [email protected] by the end of the chosen application period. (Don’t forget: applicants also need to request entry to the program on ACORN by this deadline.) Students who are not successful in their first attempt are eligible to apply again. These students must submit a new portfolio and letter of application by the deadlines outlined above.

A Note on Creative Writing Course Enrolments:

Creative Writing courses at UTSC are usually workshop-based and capped at 20 students. Enrolment is prioritized for students who have taken the prerequisites and are already enrolled in either the Minor or Major in Creative Writing. That said, there is occasionally room in our courses for students who are not studying creative writing intensively. If you are a non-first year student who is not enrolled in the program but would like to apply for a B-level Creative Writing course, please submit a course-specific portfolio (including your student number). Here are the details and contacts:

- ENGB60 Creative Writing: Poetry I : Email 5-10 pages of poetry to [email protected] . Please note if you are applying for the F or S term.

- ENGB61 Creative Writing: Fiction I : Email 5-10 pages of fiction or other prose writing to [email protected] . Please note if you are applying for the F or S term.

- ENGB63 Creative Writing: Non-Fiction I : Email 5-10 pages of non-fiction, fiction, or other prose writing to [email protected] .

To start your creative writing journey at UTSC:

If you are a first-year student and/or new to Creative Writing, your first step should be to enrol in ENGA03H3 Introduction to Creative Writing . This is the prerequisite for entry into the Creative Writing program. Most students take this course in their first year, and then apply for entry to the program once they’ve completed it.

If you have any questions, please email: [email protected] . We are happy to help and look forward to receiving and reading your work!

Program Requirements

Students in the Major must complete 7.5 credits as follows:

1. 3.0 credits:

ENGA03H3 Introduction to Creative Writing ENGB60H3 Creative Writing: Poetry I ENGB61H3 Creative Writing: Fiction I ENGB63H3 Creative Non-Fiction I ENGD95H3 Creative Writing as a Profession ENGC86H3 Creative Writing: Poetry II or ENGC87H3 Creative Writing: Fiction II or ENGC88H3 Creative Non-Fiction II

2. 2.0 credits to be selected from:

ENGC04H3 Creative Writing: Screenwriting ENGC05H3 Creative Writing: Poetry and New Media ENGC06H3 Creative Writing: Writing for Comics ENGC08H3 Special Topics in Creative Writing I ENGC24H3 Creative Writing: The Art of the Personal Essay ENGC86H3 Creative Writing: Poetry II (if not already counted as a required course) ENGC87H3 Creative Writing: Fiction II (if not already counted as a required course) ENGC88H3 Creative Non-Fiction II (if not already counted as a required course) ENGC89H3 Creative Writing and Performance ENGD22H3 Special Topics in Creative Writing II ENGD26Y3 Independent Studies in Creative Writing: Poetry ENGD27Y3 Independent Studies in Creative Writing: Prose ENGD28Y3 Independent Studies in Creative Writing: Special Topics

3. 2.5 Additional credits in English

Note: A maximum of 1.0 credit in creative writing courses may be taken at another campus.

For more details on program requirements, visit the UTSC Calendar . Questions about the program should be directed to Professor Andrew Westoll ( [email protected] ).

Interested in learning more about how our courses are structured and how you might develop your own path through your Minor in Creative Writing? Visit our Routes and Threads page.

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MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing

The Department of English at the University of Toronto launched the MA Program in English in the Field of Creative Writing (MA CRW) in 2004-05. The program draws both on the expertise of faculty at the University of Toronto and on the extraordinary vitality of Toronto’s writing community. Internationally acclaimed writers, a multiplicity of cultural traditions, and an energetic publishing industry provide the environment for nurturing new talent. Students have at their disposal the academic and creative resources of the English Department, including its strengths in historical research and traditional scholarship, numerous interdisciplinary collaborations, its acknowledged expertise in world literature, and a faculty engaged in new theoretical studies in culture, race, and gender. Students also have access to one of the world’s great library systems, including the manuscript collections at the Fisher Rare Book library. While the program is designed to prepare participants for careers as professional writers, it will also qualify those wishing to pursue further graduate studies.

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Admission Requirements

The MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing requires students to attend graduate-level English courses. The degree can lead to a PhD in English. Therefore, students must have at least seven full-year undergraduate courses in English or the equivalent in half-year courses (i.e., fourteen), or any combination of full- and half-year courses that add up to the equivalent of seven full-year courses . It is not necessary to have an English major, as long as you have the seven undergraduate English courses. Students who do not meet this requirement cannot be admitted into the program.

A B+ average (GPA of 3.3) is the minimum requirement for entry into the program. Once this is met, the primary basis for the selection of candidates is the quality of the portfolio submission. It is not expected that students will have publication credits. Applicants do not need to provide GRE results.

Applications must be submitted online and are considered complete only when the following documentation has been received by the Department of English:

Two academic letters of reference submitted online by academic referees/recommenders, each addressing your performance in university English and/or Creative Writing coursework. At least one letter must discuss your performance in English coursework. Do not use editors, publishers, employers, or fellow writers as referees.
A statement of purpose, submitted electronically
Digital Transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended (in pdf format), uploaded to the application, and UPON REQUEST ONLY official paper transcripts mailed directly to the Department. For more detailed information and instructions regarding submitting transcripts, please visit "Checklist for a Complete GradApp Package" in the section entitled Academic Transcripts on our APPLICATION INFORMATION page.
Do not submit academic essays.
To view the application details and requirements, please visit the SGS website here SGS Admissions & SGS Application Requirements and the application instructions on the SGS How to apply page. Additionally, here is the link to the School of Graduate Studies pages for Future Students .

Program Requirements

The MA program in English in the Field of Creative Writing usually requires 18-24 months to complete. Applicants must have an overall average of B+ or better and evidence of first-class work in English for admission to the program. The program requires the completion of two FCE’s (full course equivalents) in English; ENG6950Y Writing Workshop; and a supervised Writing Project (the equivalent of a thesis) completed under the direction of a mentor.

All candidates must complete the Writing Workshop in the first year of their program. Some sessions may feature on-campus visits from editors, publishers, professional archivists, researchers, and agents so that students can learn the pragmatics of the publishing industry. In their second year, students undertake a book-length Writing Project in a genre of choice – poetry, drama, fiction, or creative non-fiction. Each student is assigned a faculty member or adjunct faculty member with whom to consult on a regular basis about the Project. All advisors are published writers.

Writing Workshop

ENG6950YY: All candidates for the MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing must complete this workshop in the first year of their program. Students will also submit creative work in order to receive feedback from the instructor and fellow students, and this will allow them to develop their portfolios.

Writing Project

In the second year of the program, students will undertake a book-length Writing Project in a genre of choice (poetry, drama, fiction, or creative non-fiction). Each student will be assigned a faculty member or adjunct faculty member with whom to consult on a regular basis about the Project. All mentors will be published writers. The completed Project should normally be submitted before the beginning of April of the second year. The Department will then arrange an oral defense, to be chaired by the Director of the MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing. The Writing Project can be designated as Pass, Fail, or Distinction.

Student Funding

Students accepted into the MA Program in English in the Field of Creative Writing are eligible for teaching assistantships, including a number in Creative Writing courses. All incoming students are considered for incoming scholarships.

Students are strongly encouraged to apply for external funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, and for the Ontario Graduate Scholarship. For more information visit the Department of English Finances & Awards webpage.

Faculty, Mentors, and Alumni

MA CRW Faculty Biographies
MA CRW Program Mentors (Adjunct Faculty) Biographies
MA CRW Alumni Biographies

How many students are admitted each year?

We admit seven students each year.

I do not have 7 full-year (or equivalent) undergraduate courses in English. Can I still apply?

Because the program is an MA in English, students must have a strong background in English literature. Students who do not have sufficient undergraduate training may wish to take additional courses in English in order to qualify for admission.

My average is less than a B+. Can I still apply?

The academic requirements for admission to the MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing are very strict. The B+ minimum must be met or a student’s portfolio will not be considered. Students who do not have an adequate GPA may wish to take additional courses in order to improve their academic standing and qualify for admission.

I have taken courses in literature in a language other than English. Can I apply?

Unless the texts were studied in English translation, courses in literature in a language other than English do not qualify students for admission to the program.

How should I choose what to submit?

Choose your best writing.

Can I apply to enrol in January?

There is only one entry point for students in the MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing, which is September. Students may not begin the program in January.

Can I enrol in the MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing part-time?

Students must enrol full-time.

How much Financial Support can I expect?

Currently we are able to offer students in the Creative Writing program a TAship each year (number of hours TBA at the start of the program), to a maximum of two years. Successful applicants for the SSHRC CGS-M award can expect $17,500. OGS award holders can expect up to $15,000. All incoming students are considered for incoming scholarships.

For more information please contact us by e-mail, phone or by mail.

[email protected] Director, MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing Department of English 170 St. George Street University of Toronto Toronto, Ontario Canada M5R 2M8

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Honours Baccalaureate Degree

Honours bachelor of creative writing and publishing.

4 years (8 semesters)

Hazel McCallion Campus

( Mississauga )

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Learning Outcomes

Writer-in-Residence

There's more to the world of writing than you think.

Program overview, prepare for a career in both writing and publishing.

In this unique program, you'll gain experience in a variety of writing genres and media platforms — and be ready for a career in today's publishing industry. You'll graduate with a broad skill set that gives you the opportunity to choose a variety of career paths.

Focus on your interests

This flexible program allows you to focus on your interests and career goals. In addition to core courses in creative writing, publishing and literary studies, your program electives let you tailor your education in these three disciplines. You'll have the opportunity to take courses from Sheridan's arts and business degrees and collaborate with students in other programs.

Connect with communities

Relationships with audiences, writers and the publishing community are integral parts of being an author. In this program, you're encouraged to develop these relationships through internships, connecting with literary communities, editing and publishing literary journals, writing reviews and more. You'll have the chance to make an impact in your community of practice — and community at large.

Learn from expert faculty

With experience in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama and new media, our faculty have collectively written and edited in nearly every genre. Their work includes historical novels, creative non-fiction and criticism, sci-fi, comedy, children's lit and beyond. You'll benefit from their expertise — and gain a solid foundation for your writing or publishing career.

Our faculty are successful industry professionals who have, to date:

Authored 17 books, with more in progress
Authored more than 220 shorter works, published in national and international journals, literary magazines and anthologies
Authored 56 journalistic articles and counting
Edited 123 books, with more in progress
Been shortlisted for 35 writing awards
Won four awards for writing and 13 awards for editing
Had seven plays produced

Be a part of Sheridan's emerging literary culture

As a student in this program, you'll be part of Sheridan's emerging literary culture. Events like Sheridan Reads bring together students, faculty and staff, community groups, libraries and public service organizations to discuss and celebrate the works of local and international writers (most recently Lawrence Hill and Thomas King).

Other initiatives such as the 905 Road Show: Creativity Cabaret, using the power of narrative to forge connections between individuals and communities, have also helped bring creative writers to Sheridan — and foster a culture of literary appreciation on campus.

Sheridan has been granted a consent by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this degree for a seven-year term starting October 18, 2022 and subject to renewal thereafter. Application to the Ministry for renewal of the consent is a prescribed and cyclical requirement for degree programs at all Ontario Colleges. Sheridan will ensure that all students admitted to the Honours Bachelor of Creative Writing and Publishing program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame. Credentials earned during the period of consent remain valid, even if Ministry consent to offer the program is withdrawn in the future. Prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (e.g. acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies, or other educational institutions).

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Once you’ve applied for admission to this program, we’ll automatically consider you for this award.

Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Introduction to Creative Writing	3
	Professional Writing and Copyediting	3
	Fundamentals of Publishing	3
	Literature Elective (1000 Level)	3
	Degree Breadth Elective	3

Total credits: 15

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Narrative & New Media	3
	Reading Like a Writer	3
	Fundamentals of Editing	3
	Composition & Rhetoric	3
	Degree Breadth Elective	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	The Business of Publishing	3
	Program Elective	3
	Degree Breadth Elective	3

And one of the following courses:

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Intermediate Creative Writing Workshop – Drama	3
	Intermediate Creative Writing Workshop – Fiction	3
	Intermediate Creative Writing Workshop – Poetry	3
	Intermediate Creative Writing Workshop – Creative Nonfiction	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Reading to the Restoration (Pre-1660)	3
	Reading After the Restoration (1660 to the Present)	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Substantive Editing	3
	Research for Writing and Publishing	3
	Program Elective	3
	Degree Breadth Elective	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Self-Publishing	3
	Program Elective	3
	Literature Elective (2000 or 3000 Level)	3
	Degree Breadth Elective	3

Plus one of the following:

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Publishing: Audience, Markets & Media Platforms	3
	Creative Writing: Advanced Creative Writing Workshop 1: 2 Genres	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Copyright and Contracts	3
	Program Elective	3
	Degree Breadth Elective	3

And one of the following:

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Publishing Elective	3
	Creative Writing Elective	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Publishing: Advanced Copy Editing	3
	Advanced Creative Writing Workshop: Single Genre	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Professional Practices for Writers	3
	Degree Breadth Elective	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Publishing: Sheridan Community Reads Project	3
	Creative Writing: Literary Journals and Zines	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Master Class – Publishing	3
	Master Class – Creative Writing	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Publishing: Acquisitions and Imprint Identity	3
	Creative Writing: Literature Elective (4000 Level)	3

Internship/Placement

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Internship/Placement (420 Credit Hours)	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Portfolio	3
	Degree Breadth Elective	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Honours Publishing Project	3
	Honours Writing Project	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Program Elective (2000, 3000 or 4000 Level)	3
	Emergent Issues in Writing	3
	Emergent Issues in Publishing	3

CODE	TITLE	CREDITS
	Creative Writing: Literature Elective (4000 Level)	3
	Program Elective (2000, 3000 or 4000 Level)	3
	Emergent Issues in Writing	3
	Emergent Issues in Publishing	3

Program Electives may include courses such as:*

Intermediate Creative Writing Workshop – Drama
Intermediate Creative Writing Workshop – Fiction
Intermediate Creative Writing Workshop – Poetry
Intermediate Creative Writing Workshop – Creative Non-Fiction
Reviewing Culture
Interactive Fiction
Emergent Issues in Writing (Managing Literary Celebrity)
Emergent Issues in Publishing (The Prize Economy)
Writing for Children
Principles of Creative Writing Pedagogy

Literature Electives may include courses such as:*

Introduction to Popular Literature
Understanding Narrative
Gender and Sexuality in Literature
The Twenty-First Century Novel
Children’s Literature: A Primer
Adaptation: From Text to Film
Life Writing: Personal Narrative and the Construction of Self
Censorship and Literature: Critical Approaches
American Road Narratives
Topics in Eco-Criticism

*Please note that not all courses will be available every semester.

Courses subject to change.

Current students should refer to their ⁠ Academic Requirements in myStudentCentre to track their academic progress and outstanding course requirements.

Find course details for electives:

Degree Breadth Elective Courses

Program Eligibility

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:

English, Grade 12 ENG4U, or EWC4U (Writer’s Craft) with a minimum grade of 70%
Five other Grade 12 credits at U or M level
Minimum 65% overall average
Two semesters of postsecondary education, including required courses, with a minimum of 65% overall average.

Applicant Selection

Eligible applicants are selected on the basis of previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses).

Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program may be advised individually regarding other related programs.

English Language Proficiency

All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan’s English proficiency requirements .

Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship

Sheridan is pleased to provide an Entrance Scholarship to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.

Career Opportunities

Here are some jobs you might find:

Copy/Substantive/Acquisitions Editor
Marketing/Sales Rep
Literary Agent

Degree Completion

Advanced entry challenge exams, get credit for what you know.

Sheridan recognizes and appreciates that advanced learning doesn’t always require standard classroom instruction, and that opportunities to advance skills and learn new technologies are everywhere.

If you have significant knowledge and experience in programming, web development, database and/or networking, you may choose to complete Advanced Entry Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (AEPLAR) Challenge Exams for academic credit towards your Sheridan Computer Systems Technology advanced diploma.

How do Challenge Exams work?

AEPLAR Challenge Exams are administered by and through the Sheridan College Assessment Centre or through an approved Test Centre. There are fees to write each exam (an Assessment Centre fee and a Challenge Exam fee).

Your completed Challenge Exam(s) will be evaluated to determine whether you’re eligible for credit in one or more courses within the identified program streams.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) and Advanced Standing credits are subject to Sheridan’s policies and procedures. Learn more about Sheridan’s Credit Transfer policies and procedures .

I have previous postsecondary education. Should I write a Challenge Exam?

No. Challenge Exams are designed for applicants with knowledge and experience gained outside of formal education. If you have previous postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply for Advanced Standing instead — you may be eligible to apply your previously earned credits towards your new program at Sheridan .

What subjects can I complete Challenge Exams for?

Challenge Exams for applicants to the Computer Systems Technology – Software Development and Network Engineering program are designed to test skills in specific knowledge streams within this program:

Programming – Introductory
Programming – .NET
Programming – Advanced Java
Web Development
Operating Systems
Software Design
Mobile App Development – Android
Mobile App Development – iOS
Game Development – UNITY

You can also choose to complete Challenge Exams for specific individual courses within the Computer Systems Technology program.

Complete a free self-assessment test to help you determine whether Challenge Exams are a good option for you.

How do I apply to complete a Challenge Exam?

Step 1: make sure you meet the program admission requirements.

You must meet the program admission requirements to be eligible for admission and PLAR.

Step 2: Complete a free self-assessment

Complete a free self-assessment test for each knowledge stream you wish to challenge. This will help you determine whether your current skills will enable you to succeed in the Challenge Exam(s).

Step 3: Apply to Sheridan's Computer Systems Technology advanced diploma program

Apply to the Computer Systems Technology – Software Development and Network Engineering program .

To be eligible to complete Challenge Exams for this program, you must select "Advanced Entry" as the level of the program on your application.

Step 4: Follow the instructions to complete your Challenge Exam(s)

Once Sheridan receives your application, we’ll send you an email with instructions on how to register and pay for your Challenge Exam(s). Follow those instructions.

Once you’ve completed your Challenge Exam(s), subject matter experts in Sheridan’s Faculty of Applied Science and Technology will evaluate them within 10 business days. The Faculty will forward your results to the Office of the Registrar, and any approved credit transfers will be posted in your Credit Transfer centre. Exam feedback will not be provided.

Step 5: Accept your offer of admission and pay your program fees

If you receive an offer of admission to Sheridan, please follow the instructions to confirm your offer and pay your fees by the due dates indicated in order to reserve your spot in the program.

We wish you success in this process and look forward to seeing you at Sheridan!

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Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.

The fees shown here are for the 2024–2025 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic semesters of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent semesters are not reflected on this website.

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All new international students* beginning their full-time postsecondary studies (Year 1, Semester 1) in Spring 2024, Fall 2024 or Winter 2025 semesters will receive an entrance scholarship ranging from $1,000 to $3,000.

*ESL and programs with tuition reduction are excluded

Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $2,000 to select applicants in this degree program. A minimum GPA of 75% is required in order to be considered. Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for additional eligibility criteria and more.

Produce creative writing in at least three genres and forms drawn from the areas of poetry, fiction, drama, creative non-fiction, children's literature, graphic novels, film and review.
Apply specialized knowledge in a specific genre and medium.
Evaluate your own work and that of others with a view to providing and receiving peer criticism for the purposes of revision.
Interpret texts critically and analytically from a range of literary, cultural and historical traditions and precedents.
Compile a professional manuscript ready for publication in select genres.
Apply knowledge and skills specific to the (self-)publishing industry, including editing and the editorial process, production, formatting, design, marketing and supply chain management.
Model a professional attitude with a willingness to collaborate and to listen and respond to constructive criticism.
Implement the appropriate technological, applied and creative problem-solving tools to create and publish your own works.
Foster and support a literary community by developing a presence in emergent media and across a variety of platforms.
Articulate how socially constructed views and identities contribute to the production of diverse voices in yourself and other writers.

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Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Interior Design curriculum and its delivery are designed to address current social issues pertinent to the design industry. This enables students to broaden their understanding of their place within the world.

Fundamental to the vision of the program is the balance of creative and conceptual thinking with the technical and business aspects of the profession. Courses follow a logical sequence with the degree of difficulty building vertically from first year to fourth year.

The various streams provide a range of design problems building in size and scope, from simple to complex in various design sectors. The curriculum builds on fundamental introductions that ensures a strong foundation for students to apply additional more complex learning and skills developed later in the program.

Studio projects are designed to mimic professional practice and require applied theory, creativity and strong technical knowledge. Curriculum is also connected horizontally across each semester to help support the learning in courses happening simultaneously. This demonstrates the inter-connected knowledge and skills required to practice in the industry.

The program provides many opportunities that expose students to practicing professionals and professional practice. Industry leaders and representatives from professional associations like ARIDO and IDC are invited into the classroom as jurors and guest speakers throughout the four years. The internship also provides professional design work experience for students before they enter their final year of study.

The curriculum is student-centric and designed to equip students with the skills that are required for entry-level design positions and advanced study. Manual skills such as drafting, drawing and model making are developed alongside digital skills using current software. Students are also well-versed in the applicable building codes and regulations required to practice in Ontario. Students are exposed to valuable research skills and encouraged to continue their learning past graduation.

Program goals

Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Interior Design program aspires to:

Develop confident, creative and critical thinkers that can solve a variety of problems thoughtfully, improving the quality of the built environment and protecting the health, safety and welfare of the public.
Equip students with the tools to think independently and ethically to ensure technically, environmentally, and socially responsible decision-making.
Deliver current and relevant curriculum that incorporates equity, diversity and inclusion. This encourages students to create spaces that foster inclusivity and look at design from various perspectives within diverse communities, involving numerous stakeholders.
Inform students regarding the various facets of the profession, engaging them with designers and industry affiliates.
Encourage continuous professional and personal growth, instilling a desire to contribute to the profession and society at large. The program encourages students to become active participants in the design community, become members of their local Association, write their NCIDQ exams, give back to the community and become progressive leaders in the profession.
Prepare graduates for entry-level design positions, equipped with the required knowledge and skills for employment in the diverse design industry, ensuring they possess the body of knowledge necessary to respond to social and environmental issues, while designing interior spaces that are technically proficient, code-compliant, conceptually strong, sustainable and all-inclusive.
Provide enhanced opportunities for students to pursue post-graduate studies, employment, research and/or further their academic studies and/or credentials.

Pathways from Athletic Therapy and Kinesiology

If you've graduated from a health-science degree other than athletic therapy or kinesiology, your application will be assessed on an individual basis.

Get your Osteopathy degree in less time

If you're a graduate of Sheridan's Athletic Therapy or Kinesiology degree program, you may be eligible to start in the second year of this program after completing three bridging courses.

This bridging program will be available in Spring/Summer 2024.

How to apply: Submit an application using the program code PBHSB .

Bridging courses (Spring/Summer Semester)

OSTP 17927D: The Science of Osteopathy (3 credits)
OSTP 14859: Theoretical Pathways to Osteopathy (5 credits)
OSTP 16333: Practical Pathways to Osteopathy (1 credit)

Course exceptions

After successfully completing the assigned bridging courses, you'll be admitted into Year 2 (Semester 3) of our Osteopathy degree. In order to earn your Osteopathy degree, you'll need to complete all courses in the remaining three years of the program , with the following exceptions.

You will additionally take:

Year 2: OSTP 11271D: Clinical Methodology (3 credits)
Year 2: SCIE 22437D: Human Physiology for Allied Health (2 credits)
Year 3: SCIE 31116D: Pathophysiology for Allied Health (3 credits)

You will not need to take:*

SCIE 26661D: Pathophysiology 1 (3 credits)
OSTP 24645D: Structure & Function 2 – Lower Cervicals, Thorax & Upper Extremity (3 credits)
OSTP 22482D: Applied Clinical Practice 2 (1 credit)
FLPL 21839D: Internship Prep (1 credit)
SCIE 39622D: Pathophysiology 2 – Systemic Interactions (3 credits)
RESE 37626D: Statistical Methods in Health Sciences (3 credits)
RESE 42279D: Applied Research Methods for Health Sciences (3 credits)
BUSM 44956D: Business Entrepreneurship for Clinical Practitioners (3 credits)
6 Degree Breadth Electives (3 credits each)

*Athletic Therapy graduates are also exempt from the following course:

OSTP 20782D: Clinical Experience 2 (0.5 credits)

Program Mission

Our mission is to utilize harmonious, comprehensive and specialized training to empower our learners with the knowledge, skills and attitude required to demonstrate the Professional Competencies for Canadian Pharmacy Technicians at Entry to Practice.

Program Vision

Our vision is to graduate highly-skilled life-long learners who uphold professional integrity and promote quality and safety in practice.

Critical Performance Statement

Upon graduation, students in Sheridan’s Pharmacy Technician diploma program will have demonstrated the ability to pursue the career of pharmacy technician and to practice safely in a community or hospital while adhering to the scope of practice for pharmacy technicians.

Field Placements

Writer-in-residence program.

Each year, Sheridan’s Honours Bachelor of Creative Writing & Publishing (CW&P) program hosts a Writer-in-Residence. The 8-month residency is awarded to a writer who embodies the distinctiveness and dynamism of the & in our program name.

In addition to working on at least one specific writing project of their own during their tenure, the Writer-in-Residence is responsible for creative leadership, mentoring and public outreach in the area of creative writing and/or publishing.

How our Writer-in-Residence supports Sheridan students

Students in our CW&P program benefit from the work and mentorship of our Writer-in-Residence, who:

shares their expertise and experience as a creative professional and working writer;
performs public readings from their recently published work and/or current work-in-progress;
organizes public lectures and/or workshops; and
works with faculty to augment existing curriculum in the area of creative writing, publishing and/or creativity.

2024–25 Writer-in-Residence

Fiction writer, editor and poet Cassidy McFadzean is joining Sheridan as the 2024–25 CW&P Writer-in-Residence.

McFadzean was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, where she earned an MA from the University of Regina. She went on to earn an MFA in poetry from the University of Iowa, and an MFA in fiction from Brooklyn College, where she was co-Editor-in-Chief and Fiction Editor of The Brooklyn Review .

McFadzean is the author of three books of poetry: Crying Dress (House of Anansi, 2024), Drolleries (McClelland & Stewart, 2019), and Hacker Packer (M&S, 2015). Her poetry has appeared in magazines across Canada and the U.S., has been anthologized in The Best Canadian Poetry , In Fine Form 2 , and The New Wascana Anthology . Her fiction has appeared in Joyland , EVENT , Maisonneuve , and The Best Canadian Stories , and is forthcoming in Hazlitt , The Walrus , and Invisible Publishing's collaborative anthology Dead Writers .

In welcoming her to the post, CW&P's Associate Dean Morgan Dennis highlights McFadzean’s expertise in both poetry and fiction, as well as her editorial work at The Brooklyn Review : “McFadzean is such a well-rounded talent, which is exactly what our students are looking for. Plus, her experience in the literary journal market will be of great value to our in-house magazine— The Ampersand Review of Writing & Publishing ."

Free professional development opportunities

Are you a business lead who's looking to level up your company's culture of creativity and entrepreneurship?

Sheridan offers FREE, one-hour PD sessions on topics such as:

Creative Strategies for an EDI-driven World
The Science of Creativity and Innovation
Intra- and Entrepreneurial Thinking, and
Creative Team Leadership

These workshops will catalyze your climate of innovation and give your team an exclusive look into Sheridan's one-of-a-kind graduate certificate in Applied Creativity and Innovation.*

*Advance further with our Applied Creativity and Innovation graduate certificate

Our new graduate certificate in Applied Creativity and Innovation is a great professional development (PD) opportunity for many company teams. The program teaches complex problem-solving, creativity, innovation and negotiation skills — competencies that make companies more resilient and adaptable as they face the unique challenges presented by the future of work.

Why this program is a great choice for PD:

Flexible hours — your employees can complete their graduate certificate online, at their own pace.
Relevant coursework – they can choose electives that are most applicable to their position at your company.
Award-winning faculty – they’ll learn from instructors who are on the cutting-edge of creativity and innovation research.
Practicum project – they’ll work alongside our team of experts to resolve an issue that your business is facing today — whether it’s how to leverage artificial intelligence technology, advance your sustainability efforts, update your marketing strategies, address supply chain inefficiencies or another challenge.

Apprenticeship Exemption Test

The Apprenticeship Exemption Test (AET) provides a chance for students who are learning a skilled trade to bypass in-class studies.

In most cases, you need to score 70% or higher to pass the AET. If you score lower than 70%, you'll need to wait three months before you can try again (with some exceptions for certain exams).

Apprenticeship Exemption Tests are administered at the Hazel McCallion Campus in Mississauga, through Sheridan's Assessment Centre.

Learn more about the AET, including eligibility criteria, available tests and how to register.

Sheridan is a Ministry-approved Apprenticeship Exemption Test centre, authorized through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development (MLITSD), for both apprentices and non-apprentices.

Program availability

Full-time 4 years Program code: PBCWP

Honours Baccalaureate Degree
Start date	Campus	Delivery	Status
Sep 2024	Hazel McCallion Campus (Mississauga)		Domestic Available International Available

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Bringing poetic licence into the classroom

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Undergraduate Creative Writing

Your writing career begins here

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Why study writing at UCalgary?

Unleashing your imagination with us could be the start of something transformative.

Our program, bolstered by our connection to Calgary Distinguished Writers Program, has garnered both national and international recognition, making it one of the most dynamic and vibrant areas on our campus.

It's not just about honing your craft here

It's about becoming a part of a literary movement that's making waves.

Ignite your creativity with guidance from masters of the craft

Our Creative Writing instructors at the University of Calgary aren't just teachers; they are accomplished writers who have left their mark on a diverse range of writing genres, styles, and aesthetics.

Our faculty are constantly pushing boundaries, learning from experiences, and exchanging knowledge across disciplines.

Each year, the vibrancy of our program is showcased through a myriad of readings and performances. Our courses include instruction in creativity, publication, editorial work, and journalism.

Here, you won't just learn about writing; you'll live it, breathe it, and start something extraordinary with it.

Creative Writing faculty member Suzette Mayr won the 2022 Scotiabank Giller Prize for her novel, The Sleeping Car Porter.

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What you'll learn

Emphasis on craft.

Our courses encourage diverse approaches to writing, but they're not courses in how to get published. They are intended to help you become a better writer.

Study language, structure, form and all the elements of poetry, fiction and creative writing in general.

Anyone can take courses

You don't have to be an ENGL major to take Creative Writing courses. They are open to any student or community member who wants to apply, and they are all credit courses.

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Enhance your degree with a creative writing honours project

Engage in a creative writing project as part of your Honours degree.

Email our undergraduate program director

Earn an Embedded Certificate in Creative Writing

If you complete 18 units from the field of Creative Writing, you are eligible to earn an Embedded Certificate.

View certificate details

How to enrol

Portfolio classes require permission to enrol.

Because you cannot register in portfolio admission courses until you receive permission from the department, you should register in a second-choice course if you are an undergraduate student.

View current course listings.

Open to all students.

Open to all senior students.

400- and 500- level Creative Writing courses

Submit a writing portfolio to the instructor
See specific details for each course, below
The material you submit should match the genre of the course

Note on portfolio courses

The highly competitive nature of admission to Creative Writing courses means that not all students get in . If you are not accepted when you first apply, we encourage you to try again another year, and to make an appointment with the Canadian Writer-in-Residence , who is available to provide feedback on your work.

Portfolio-based creative writing courses

Descriptions and application instructions for 2024/25 portfolio-based courses.

Fall 2024 | ENGL 436.04 Fiction: Long Short Stories and the Novella

Instructor: Suzette Mayr

Application Requirements:

To be considered for a place in this course, students must email an application form to [email protected] by July 1, 2024

IMPORTANT: Please include "ENGL 436.04 Application Portfolio" in the subject line of the email

BLOCK WEEK | Fall 2024 | ENGL 436.05 Popular Genre Writing

Instructor: Amy LeBlanc

To be considered for a place in this course, please email [email protected]

Fall 2024 | ENGL 595 Creative Non-Fiction Writing

Instructor: Clara A.B. Joseph

To be considered for a place in this course, students must email an application form to [email protected] by July 1, 2024

IMPORTANT: Please include "ENGL 595.04 Application Portfolio" in the subject line of the email

Winter 2025 | ENGL 593 Studies in Creative Writing: Poetry

Instructor: Anna Veprinska

To be considered for a place in this course, students must email an application form to [email protected] by November 1, 2024

IMPORTANT: Please include "ENGL 593 Application Portfolio" in the subject line of the email

Tips for creating a portfolio

In addition to reading carefully the specific details concerning portfolio submissions for individual courses, you should keep in mind the following general advice:

Try to demonstrate as wide a range of your writing abilities as possible.

For instance, in fiction a range of narrative possibilities (even if they are fragments) will demonstrate your abilities (a good descriptive scene, a good action scene, a good scene that employs dialogue) better than one or two “complete” short stories that might fail.
With poetry, instead of submitting a portfolio of 20 rhymed-stanza “hurtin’” poems about a love relationship you had that turned sour, include poems on other subjects and in other formats. Variety in the form and content of your submission alerts the instructor to the breadth and depth of your engagement with writing to date.

Your acceptance into the class (or not) is not necessarily an absolute judgment of your writing ability at this point.

We receive many more portfolios than there are places in Creative Writing classes, and if you do not get into one class, you may get into another in another year, or you may gain admission to a class in another genre.
If you are not accepted, please don’t be discouraged. Just keep writing (sign up for a Continuing Education Creative Writing class, if you can) and try again.

The questions asked on portfolio submission forms regarding your background (previous writing courses taken, which recent literary titles you have read, etc.) have no right or wrong answers.

They are intended to give the instructor a sense of what level of previous writing or reading experience the members of the class possess. This is useful information for the instructor in fine-tuning their course curriculum.

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Clara A.B. Joseph

Clem Martini

Suzette Mayr

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Bachelor of Creative and Professional Writing

Online option, online full-time programs.

Online full-time programs are offered as either Daytime, or a combination of Evenings and Saturdays. Check your program Dates and Times to see what the program commitment will be.

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Humber is proud to have the highest graduate employment and employer satisfaction rate of the GTA colleges based on Colleges Ontario’s key performance indicators for college graduates in 2022-2023.

Program Overview

Do you love words? Do you dream of telling stories or helping others tell theirs? The Honours Bachelor of Creative and Professional Writing helps you transform your passion for writing into a fulfilling career. As you develop creative writing skills that stimulate your imagination and storytelling abilities, you learn to write clearly and convincingly across evolving genres, platforms and venues. Practise your craft independently and collaboratively in a variety of settings, from the traditional classroom experience to the creative writing workshop. In your final semester, benefit from one-on-one mentorship through our Capstone Manuscript course, where you develop a book-length project with the guidance of an established author.  


Introduction to Creative Writing: Diving In
Writing 1: Writing Fundamentals
Social Media 1
Photography Fundamentals

: Degree Breadth Elective


Video and Audio Content Creation
Writing 2: Media Writing Fundamentals
Multiplatform Storytelling 1
Communications Law and Ethics

Poetry & Its Particulars: Workshop
Storytelling Truths: Fiction & Nonfiction Workshop


Creative Writing 1: Building the Story
Creative Lab 1
Cultivating Inclusive Writing Practices
Design Fundamentals
Researching to Write


Embolden & Empower: Project Management
Creative Writing 2: Finding Voice
Creative Lab 2
Reading to Write

: Degree Breadth Elective


Professional Practice
Creative Writing 3: Refining the Story
Emerging Voices & Hybrid Forms
Editing Essentials

: Degree Breadth Elective

Human Interest: Feature Writing
Telling Tales: Writing for Children Workshop


Creative Writing 4: Genre Writing
Storytelling Matters: Social & Digital Media
Community Engagement Through the Arts

: Degree Breadth Elective

Good Copy: Advanced Editing
Rising Action: Playwriting Workshop
Icons & Emanata: Graphic Novel Workshop


Field Experience


Writing Specialties: Capstone Seminar
Culture Making: Arts Management
Targeted Outcomes: Strategic Communication

: Degree Breadth Elective

Threading the Throughline: Screenwriting Workshop
Building the Buzz: Content Marketing & Copywriting
Behind the Scenes: Ghostwriting


Writing Mentorship: Capstone Manuscript
Entrepreneurial Expertise: The Business of Writing
Book Publishing Fundamentals

: Degree Breadth Elective

Current students, please make sure to review your MyHumber Academic Progress report to confirm which courses you should register into for your Winter semester. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.

Work-Integrated Learning

Work-integrated learning .

Work-Integrated Learning courses serve as the vital link between academic learning and real-world application. Within this framework, students actively participate in the Professional Practice course, equipping you with the necessary skills and confidence to secure your own field experience. Throughout this journey, a dedicated career & work-integrated learning advisor offers personalized guidance and support.

In the summer semester between Years 3 and 4, students immerse themselves in the Field Experience course, committing 420 hours of practical application within the field. Whether pursuing paid or unpaid opportunities, all experiences undergo approval by your career & work-integrated learning advisor to ensure relevance.

Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) at Humber

Work-integrated learning.

Work-integrated learning opportunities prepare you for your future career. You will apply what you’ve learned in class and in real-world environments through a wide range of academic, community and industry partnerships. These work-integrated learning opportunities may include field experiences, professional practicums and co-operative education.

Field Experience

A field experience offers students an opportunity to engage in intensive experiences related to their field of study or career goals to build their skills, knowledge and abilities. Field experiences may be paid or unpaid.

Professional Practicum

Programs requiring a professional practicum offer practice-based experience or work hours for a professional license or certification. Students work under the direct supervision of an experienced professional. Placements are unpaid.

Co-operative Education

Students in co-op programs gain experience through paid work terms in their field of study that become progressively more complex as their skill level increases.

Optional Co-operative Education

Students in co-op programs gain experience through paid work terms in their field of study that become progressively more complex as their skill level increases. The co-op portion of this program is optional.

If you would like to learn more about work-integrated learning at Humber, visit WIL AT HUMBER

The Humber Advantage

FLASH FICTION CONTEST

Flash Fiction Contest!

To celebrate the recent launch of Humber College’s new Bachelor of Creative and Professional Writing (BCPW) program, we are hosting a Flash Fiction Contest that will publish five Ontario-based high school students in a special online supplement.

This contest will be judged by writers Carleigh Baker, David Brock and Meaghan Strimas. Five winners will be selected and prizes will be distributed as follows—the first-place winner will be awarded $750; second place, $500; third place, $350; fourth place, $250; and fifth place, $150.00. The winning stories will be published in Arrival, the BCPW’s online literary and arts magazine, which will officially launch in the spring of 2024.

Ontario high school students, get the full contest guidelines and submit your best short, short stories. The deadline is 30 April 2024 .

Teachers, if you would like Flash Fiction Teaching Resources, please email Meaghan Strimas.

Expert Faculty

OUR EXPERT FACULTY
FACULTY HIGHLIGHTS

You'll learn from a diverse and dynamic faculty of award-winning writers who are active in the fields of creative and professional writing. Our professors are committed to providing you with practical, hands-on learning opportunities that will help you achieve the career you want.

David James Brock

David James Brock is a screenwriter, playwright, poet, and opera librettist with national and international production history. He is a past winner of the Herman Voaden Canadian National Playwriting Award for his play Wet , which was also nominated for three Jessie Richardson Theatre Awards. His play-opera hybrid, a million billion pieces , premiered at Young People's Theatre in 2019, was nominated for five Dora Mavor Moore Awards, and is published by Playwrights Canada Press. Brock is also the author of two poetry collections, Everyone is CO2 and Ten-Headed Alien , both released by Wolsak & Wynn. He has created opera and song lyrics for over a dozen opera and new music projects. For Scottish Opera, Brock co-created with Gareth Williams Breath Cycle , a multimedia opera developed with cystic fibrosis patients. With Mike Haliechuk, Brock co-wrote Year of the Horse , an opera with Canadian hardcore legends and Polaris Award-winning band F*cked Up. Pitchfork Magazine called the Year of the Horse album "epic...intricate... dramatic..." and the project's feature length screenplay has been optioned. He also co-wrote the screenplay and songs for Mother of All Shows (with Melissa D'Agostino), which won Outstanding Narrative Feature at the 2023 Art of Brooklyn film festival.

Eufemia Fantetti

Eufemia Fantetti began instructing at Humber in 2014 and has taught creative writing through the University of Guelph-Humber, the International Women’s Writing Guild, the Association of Italian Canadian Writers, Toronto Public Library, The Writer’s Studio at SFU and the University of Guelph’s Open Learning program.

Her short fiction collection, A Recipe for Disaster & Other Unlikely Tales of Love (Mother Tongue Publishing) was runner up for the 2013 Danuta Gleed Literary Award and won the 2014 Bressani Prize for Short Fiction. Her second book, My Father, Fortune-tellers & Me: A Memoir, was released in 2019. She recently co-edited the award-winning anthology Tongues: On Longing and Belonging Through Language (Book*hug, 2021) with Leonarda Carranza and Ayelet Tsabari. She is a winner of Event Magazine’s Creative Nonfiction contest, a two-time finalist in the Canadian National Playwriting competition, and a three-time winner of Accenti Magazine’s annual contest. Her writing was listed as Notable Essay through The Best American Essays Series and received Highly Commended in the Commonwealth Broadcasting Association’s Short Story Competition. Her work can be found in various anthologies including Beyond Crazy, Conspicuous Accents , Emails from India , Exploring Voices, Love Me True and Body & Soul: Stories for Skeptics and Seekers .

Eufemia holds an MFA in Creative Writing. As the lone writer in a family of mathematicians, and a descendant of many who were never given the opportunity to learn to read and write, she is secure in her belief about the potency of the written word as a tool to empower individuals, establish community and enlarge empathy.

Kathy Friedman

New to Humber College, Kathy Friedman has been teaching creative writing for nearly a decade in the University of Guelph's Open Learning program, and through community organizations such as CAMH, The 519, NISA/Northern Institute for Social Action, Workman Arts, Progress Place, and the Toronto Public Library.

Kathy's debut collection of short stories, All the Shining People (House of Anansi, 2022), was a finalist for the Trillium Book Award, Danuta Gleed Literary Award, and the ReLit Award for Short Fiction . She has been a finalist for the Writers' Trust Bronwen Wallace Award for Emerging Writers, and her work has appeared in publications such as Grain , Geist , PRISM international , The New Quarterly , Humber Literary Review , and Canadian Notes & Queries . She holds an MFA and a BFA in creative writing and is currently at work on a collection of essays about travel, music, and mental health.

Kathy is also a freelance editor and the co-founder and artistic director of InkWell Workshops, which delivers free literary programming to people with mental health and addiction issues. She has published four literary anthologies with in-house imprint InkWell Books, and she edited a fifth InkWell anthology called Brilliance Is the Clothing I Wear (Dundurn Press, 2021).

Leanne Milech

Leanne Milech has been a professor at Humber since 2016, where she is fortunate to serve as Essays Editor of The Humber Literary Review . Leanne also teaches creative writing at the University of Guelph-Humber and has previously co-facilitated creative writing workshops at CAMH and the Toronto Public Library.

Before joining Humber, Leanne worked as a corporate lawyer on Bay Street, an estate planning lawyer at a boutique law firm, a cross-border wealth strategist, a legal writer, a ghostwriter of legal texts, and a freelance arts journalist. She was also the co-founder of a children’s book publishing company, Picture It Picture Books, which sold a series of children’s books that Leanne co-wrote. The books were sold in stores across Canada, including Indigo and Mastermind.

Leanne holds an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Guelph, where she wrote a short story that went on to win the top $10,000 prize in ELQ/ Exile ’s Carter V. Cooper Short Fiction Competition in the Emerging Writer category. Leanne’s work has appeared in The New York Times ; O, The Oprah Magazine ; The Globe and Mail ; EXILE: The Literary Quarterly ; and The Humber Literary Review. She has been shortlisted for Room ’s Creative Non-Fiction prize, and as an undergraduate student at Queen’s University, she published short stories in The Queen’s Journal , Ultraviolet , and Other Voices . Before attending law school, Leanne won The Writers’ Union of Canada’s Postcard Story competition and read her piece on CBC’s The Sunday Edition .

Leanne is currently working on a screenplay and a novel. She lives in Toronto with her fiancée Shannon Alexandra.

Angelo Muredda

Angelo Muredda is a Toronto-based teacher and film critic. His writing has appeared in outlets such as Cinema Scope, The National Post, The Walrus, SHARP Magazine, and Film Freak Central, and he is a member of the Toronto Film Critics Association. He holds a Ph.D. in English on representations of disability in Canadian literature and film from the University of Toronto. He teaches in the Department of English at Humber College, where he is also Reviews Editor for the Humber Literary Review.

Meaghan Strimas

Meaghan Strimas is an award-winning educator, writer and editor who joined Humber as a faculty member in 2012. Before accepting her exciting role in the Bachelor of Creative and Professional Writing program, she served as the program co-ordinator for the college’s graduate certificate in Professional Writing & Communications.

Meaghan worked at Quill & Quire magazine for several years as a marketing manager and at the University of Guelph as the program administrator for its Creative Writing MFA. In addition to her work as a professor and co-ordinator, Meaghan works as a freelance proofreader, copy editor and project manager, and is interviews editor at the Humber Literary Review , a magazine she co-founded in 2014. She is co-lead of the HLR Spotlight project, an experiential learning opportunity that is funded by Humber’s Office of Research & Innovation.

Meaghan is the author of three collections of poetry and the editor of The Selected Gwendolyn MacEwen . Her most recent collection, Yes or Nope , was the winner of the Trillium Book Award for Poetry. In the fall of 2018, she released the Another Dysfunctional Cancer Poem Anthology , which she co-edited with the late Priscila Uppal. Meaghan is at work on a novel and a new collection of poetry, and she has an essay forthcoming in the anthology Good Mom on Paper (edited by Jen Sookfong Lee and Stacey May Fowles).

Meaghan holds a MA in Creative Writing. She believes that writing programs are essential because they cultivate confidence, teach technique and craft, offer mentorship and, perhaps most importantly, provide a space for artistic collaboration and community.

Nathan Whitlock

Nathan Whitlock is the author of three novels, including his most recent, Lump (Rare Machines/Dundurn Press, 2023). His work has appeared in the New York Review of Books , The Walrus , the Globe and Mail , Toronto Star , Toronto Life , Best Canadian Essays , and elsewhere. He is the host of the author podcast What Happened Next and is the program coordinator for Humber's Creative Book Publishing postgraduate program.

Jessica Wolfe

Jessica Duffin Wolfe teaches interactive design and digital storytelling in the Digital Communications, Journalism, and Film degree programs at Humber’s Lakeshore campus. Before joining Humber, she completed a PhD in English, Book History, and Print Culture, and worked as a critic, magazine editor, and web developer. She’s taught previously at OCAD University and the University of Toronto, and is working to develop Humber’s immersive storytelling capacity. You can learn more about her writing and projects at her website: https://jessicaduffinwolfe.com

Study Abroad

We offer many global opportunities for you to explore during your time at Humber! We live in a very interconnected world and by participating in a global opportunity, not only will you gain new skills, but you may also be eligible for academic credits and/or co-curricular record (CCR). Some of the global opportunities at Humber include Summer Abroad, Semester Exchange, faculty-led trips, Humber Global Summer School and many others! To learn more, please visit Humber Global Opportunities .

Your Career

Students graduate as highly skilled, adaptable communicators equipped with in-demand knowledge and the creative, responsive mindset that today’s shifting employment landscape requires. A sixth-semester field experience provide s hands-on opportunities for students to further develop their industry connections, media literacy and written and verbal communication skills . Our program’s versatile curriculum also includes information design (graphic, photo, video) , accessible communication strategies , research best practices and project management skills so that graduates are primed to be well-rounded team members/colleagues . The professional possibilities of the communications and writing fields are wide rang ing and graduate s are ideally positioned to embark on careers as:

brand and marketing assistants/managers
communications assistants / specialists
content marketers/creators
editorial , publicity and public-relations assistants
freelance writers/journalists
grant, proposal, report and ghost/speech writers
published authors/storytellers
social /digital media assistants/ strategists

Moreover, those graduates who wish to undertake further study can progress to master’s level programs in creative writing, communications, media, humanities, English and related fields.  

Program Availability

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Humber is a publicly-funded institution and does not have a public-private partnership. International students graduating from Humber or Humber’s International Graduate School (IGS) are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit .

International Students in Canada who apply for September 2024 start could be eligible for an automatic scholarship*. Apply now

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Program Delivery Types

Block-based: Students select a pre-set weekly schedule of courses that best meets their needs. Block-Based schedules may include in-person, hybrid and online courses.

Course-based: Students create their own schedule of courses from among in-person, hybrid and online options.

Condensed Week - Courses requiring students to come to campus are scheduled over 2-3 days per week. Online courses are scheduled on other days.

Online - Courses are scheduled only online and may be delivered asynchronously, where students study independently or synchronously, where students attend the online class on a specified time and day.

Twilight - In-person, online synchronous and hybrid courses are generally scheduled after 3:00pm.

Twilight-Online: Online synchronous courses are generally scheduled after 3:00 pm.

Bachelor of Creative and Professional Writing at Humber College

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How to Apply

Domestic students.

Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca . Be sure to submit your application by July 15, 2024 to receive your Application Fee Credit. Applications for September will remain open as long as the program availability status shows Open.

To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber’s program pages, search by availability , or ontariocolleges.ca .

To see where you are in the admissions process, visit the Admissions Road Map .

International Students

If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre .

Admissions Questions

General enquiries.

Call 416-675-3111 or email [email protected] . If you have already applied, be sure to check your application status on myhumber.ca .

Domestic Applicants Enquiries

Domestic applicants can book a one-on-one advising appointment with an admissions representative.

International Applicants Enquiries

Contact the International Centre for information about full-time programs (including the International Graduate School), how to apply and to follow up on your submitted application.

Program-Specific Questions

Speak to the Program Co-ordinator about the course curriculum, projects and career options.

Meaghan Strimas, program co-ordinator 416.675.6622 ext. 75489 [email protected]

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How To Become An Apprentice

Becoming an apprentice.

Find an employer willing to sponsor you as an apprentice.

Contact the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development to register as an apprentice.

Work with your employer approximately one year before attending Humber.

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Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)

If you’re in high school – grade 11 or 12 – you can earn co-op education credits through work placements in some skilled trades.

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Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca . Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program.

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Program advising appointments.

Get help narrowing down your program options or book a one-on-one pre-enrolment advising appointment with one of our Recruitment Officers.

Transfer & Pathway Advising

Book a virtual appointment with a Student Mobility Advisor learn more about getting Transfer Credit(s) for previous post-secondary experience, Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR), and Pathways options.

Admission Requirements

Admission selection is based on the academic criteria indicated. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission.

Admission selection is based on the following three requirements:

To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:

Grade 12 English (ENG4U or equivalent) minimum 65 per cent

Five Grade 12 U or M courses in addition to those listed above
Overall minimum grade point average (GPA) 65 per cent 
Mature student status
College or university transfer status

All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy .

Selection: Admission selection is based on the academic criteria indicated. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission

Mature Applicants

Diplomas and certificates.

An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

College Transfer Applicants

An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

University Transfer Applicants

An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

English Language Proficiency

All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy .

International Credit Evaluation

Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

International Academic Equivalency

Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please enter your location or choose detect my location to see the requirements for your country below.

Applying with an International Baccalaureate (IB)

Post-Admission Requirements

Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).

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Fees & financial aid.

The 2024/2025 fee for two semesters is:

domestic: $7,440.86
international: $20,464.90

Fees are subject to change.

Fees by Semester

Domestic Fees by Semester

Semester 1	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$2,969.22
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$3,720.43

Semester 2	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$2,969.22
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$3,720.43

Semester 3	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$2,969.22
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$3,720.43

Semester 4	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$2,969.22
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$3,720.43

Semester 5	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$2,969.22
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$3,720.43

Semester 6	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$2,969.22
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$3,720.43

Semester 7	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$2,969.22
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$0.00
Total	$3,610.43

Semester 8	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$2,969.22
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$0.00
Total	$3,610.43

International Fees by Semester

Semester 1	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$9,481.24
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$10,232.45

Semester 2	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$9,481.24
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$10,232.45

Semester 3	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$9,481.24
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$10,232.45

Semester 4	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$9,481.24
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$10,232.45

Semester 5	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$9,481.24
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$10,232.45

Semester 6	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$9,481.24
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$110.00
Total	$10,232.45

Semester 7	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$9,481.24
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$0.00
Total	$10,122.45

Semester 8	2024-2025 Fees
Tuition	$9,481.24
Compulsory Ancillary Fee	$444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee	$66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee	$111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional)	$20.00
Program Ancillary Fee	$0.00
Co-op/Placement	$0.00
Total	$10,122.45

*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140

Financial Aid, Scholarships and Bursaries

Understand the costs associated with coming to Humber and explore resources available from first year to your final year on Student Fees and Financial Resources .

Scholarships

Humber degree scholarships.

Humber awards degree scholarships automatically to graduating high school students based on academic achievement. See this following chart for details. Some of the scholarships are renewable each year if you maintain an average of 80 per cent or more.

95%+	$4,000 renewable
90 - 94.9%	$3,500 renewable
85 - 89.9%	$3,000 renewable
80 - 84.9%	$2,000 renewable
75 - 79.9%	$1,500 one time

Degree Transfer Scholarships ($1,500 - $2,500)

Humber automatically awards degree transfer scholarships to students entering any Humber degree program who have completed a one-year Ontario college certificate* or a two- or three-year diploma with a GPA of 80 per cent or more from a publicly-funded college. Students who have achieved a program GPA of 80 per cent or more will be awarded a one-time scholarship of $1,500 for a certificate program or $2,500 for a diploma program in recognition of their academic achievement. Certificates and diplomas do not have to be related to the degree program of choice and are not tied to the eligibility for advanced standing or transfer credit. No application is required

80%+ Certificate | $1,500

One Time 80%+ Diploma | $2,500

Humber Scholarships

Find out more about scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for, visit Student Scholarships . International students can visit International Student Scholarships .

Humber Bursaries

Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.

External Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships

Find out more information about external scholarships and bursaries, visit External Awards.

Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships

Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.

Explore Opportunities through Humber Pathways

Humber Pathways include:

Opportunities to build on your college education and complete your diploma or degree at Humber.
Degree and graduate study opportunities at other institutions in Ontario, Canada and abroad.

Pathway Options

Below are a few examples of pathways into this program. For more information on a pathway, click the Details button. To see all of your possible pathway options, click the View All Pathways link underneath the table.

Additional information will be made available to students from their program before the beginning of the Winter term. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. The delivery mode of some courses is still being determined. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.

You can find a complete list of programs with downloads including program and course details at Current Student Resources

Students in programs marked as online/in-person will have a combination of those two types of delivery. Additional information will be made available to students from their program in the first week of June. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. The delivery mode of some courses is still being determined. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.

Creative and Professional Writing, Bachelor of

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:

Describe the influences at play in the evolving media and cultural context which affect the writer’s craft within contemporary markets and audiences.
Identify key structures and characteristics in a variety of creative and professional works applicable to writing proficiency.
Conduct primary and secondary research from credible sources to support authenticity and accuracy in creative and professional writing.
Write creative and professional works in a variety of genres and forms suitable for publishing to a wide variety of audiences, publishers, platforms and industries using the full range of principles of rhetoric, syntax, grammar, style, and usage.
Use a range of digital technologies and tools for visual communication and design appropriate to specified writing projects.
Participate in the process of workshopping to develop the skills of collaborative communication, creative problem solving and editorial acumen in relation to the process of revision.
Apply a variety of methods and structures for story development/storytelling in both creative and communications-based projects that demonstrate initiative, innovation, adaptability and ethics.
Edit writing of self and others applying a range of editorial techniques to in order to meet publication standards.
Collaborate interprofessionally with designers, publishers, editors, marketing and advertising professionals in order to undertake and complete projects in creative and professional writing.
Analyze exemplary texts to distinguish effective modes and strategies for application to one’s own writing.
Reflect on work completed in creative and professional writing projects to assess the extent to which one has achieved one’s goals and to apply lessons learned.
Create multimedia, audience-centred deliverables to deadline while upholding the standards of professional communication and conduct.

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at Guelph

Our MFA Program, located in Toronto, the most richly diverse city in the country, welcomes and is structured to nurture and support many voices and wide imaginaries. Our distinguished faculty and our many acclaimed graduates recognize the power of language to summon a different world. We offer workshops in fiction, creative nonfiction, drama and poetry. Defining characteristics include innovative plenary courses, a semester-long mentorship with a professional writer, and the opportunity to design and teach creative writing workshops in downtown Toronto schools.

The deadline for consideration for Fall 2025 entry is Monday, December 2, 2024 at 11:59pm.

Check out our monthly Speakeasy Reading Series . Upcoming dates and featured readers can be found on Facebook .

Upcoming Events

Features + news.

CW MFA: 2022 in Review

We’ve had a fabulous first year with canisia lubrin at the helm of the mfa program and catherine bush continues to supervise mfa students and teach fiction for us and the many writers clamoring into the new creative writing undergraduate program at the university of guelph..

Creative Writing Programs
Opportunities
Prospective Students
MFA Program Options
Optional Summer Residency
How to Write a Novel
Writing for Video Games
Communications Support
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Indigenous Engagement
Prize for Best New Fiction
Job Opportunities

Please ensure you select the correct term when you are looking for course information. S designates summer courses while W designates fall and winter courses. We also provide PDF documents for our undergraduate and graduate winter term courses for download.

CREATIVE WRITING

Introduction to Creative Writing

CRWR 200 2023 S Credits: 3

Techniques of and practice in multiple genres of writing, including fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, screenplay, stageplay, graphic forms, lyric forms, children's literature, and writing for new media. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

BROWN-EVANS, TAYLOR

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11:00 - 13:00

BROWN-EVANS, TAYLOR

1	Tue	11:00 - 13:00
1	Wed	11:00 - 13:00
1	Thu	11:00 - 13:00

CRWR 200 2023 W Credits: 3

BROWN-EVANS, TAYLOR | HUSSAIN, TARIQ | TATER, MALLORY

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12:30 - 14:00

BROWN-EVANS, TAYLOR

1	Tue	12:30 - 14:00
1	Thu	12:30 - 14:00

This course is designed for students looking to develop their writing skills through an exploration of a variety of creative genres. Using a combination of lectures, active writing exercises, and in-depth assignments, students will be given the chance to explore a variety of topics and concepts designed to elevate their craft including constructing story arcs, handling structure, character development, image-building, point of view and creating effective dialogue. Genres to be explored include fiction, creative nonfiction (including memoir, personal essay, profile), poetry, songwriting, screenwriting, and playwriting. This course is an inspiring and fun introduction to the world of creative writing and is sure to get your creative juices flowing. This class is an in-person class, although classes are recorded and may be attended asynchronously.

2	Tue	15:30 - 17:00
2	Thu	15:30 - 17:00

This course is designed for students looking to develop their creative writing skills through an exploration of a variety of creative writing genres including fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, songwriting, screenwriting and more. Students will have the chance to explore a variety of topics and concepts designed to elevate their craft such as constructing story arcs, character development, image building, managing dialogue. This course will consist of video lectures and online modules with weekly writing exercises. Students will also engage in readings and some longer length writing assignments (in genres of their choosing) all of which will contribute to a regular writing practice and an end-of-term portfolio of work they can be proud of. Students will be able to complete the requirements for this course asynchronously. There will also be some synchronous activities such as peer-to-peer sharing “draft days,” discussion groups, etc. and though attendance is encouraged for these sessions, students will not be graded on their participation in these events. Note that students are required to submit new work only for this course. CRWR 200 is an inspiring and fun introduction to the world of creative writing and is sure to get your creative juices flowing.

1	Tue	14:00 - 15:30
1	Thu	14:00 - 15:30

This course is designed for students looking to develop their creative writing skills through an exploration of a variety of creative writing genres including fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, songwriting, screenwriting and more. Students will have the chance to explore a variety of topics and concepts designed to elevate their craft such as constructing story arcs, character development, image building, managing dialogue. Students will engage in readings, weekly writing exercises, and some longer length writing assignments (in genres of their choosing) in order to maintain a regular writing practice. By the end of the course, students will have amassed a solid body of creative work—a portfolio!—that they can be proud of with work they can continue to revise and draw inspiration from after the term ends. This course will take place in real time and consist of weekly face-to-face lectures, which students are required to attend. Note that students are also required to submit new work only for this course. CRWR 200 is an inspiring and fun introduction to the world of creative writing and is sure to get your creative juices flowing.

2	Tue	11:00 - 12:30
2	Thu	11:00 - 12:30

Tue

18:00 - 21:00

This course is designed for students looking to develop their creative writing skills through an exploration of a variety of creative writing genres including fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, songwriting, screenwriting and more. Students will have the chance to explore a variety of topics and concepts designed to elevate their craft such as constructing story arcs, character development, image building, managing dialogue. This course will consist of video lectures and online modules with weekly writing exercises. Students will also engage in readings and some longer length writing assignments (in genres of their choosing) all of which will contribute to a regular writing practice and an end of term portfolio of work they can be proud of. Students will be able to complete the requirements for this course asynchronously. There will also be some synchronous activities such as peer-to-peer sharing “draft days,” discussion groups, etc. and though attendance is encouraged for these sessions, students will not be graded on their participation in these events. Note that students are required to submit new work only for this course. CRWR 200 is an inspiring and fun introduction to the world of creative writing and is sure to get your creative juices flowing.

This course is composed to help students hone in on a variety of techniques and practices as we explore multiple genres of writing, including fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, screenplay, stageplay, graphic forms, lyric forms, children's literature, and writing for new media. Come and find your voice by playing with various craft elements and to experience instrumental published work in contemporary forms and genres through lectures, readings, writing assignments and guided discussions.

CRWR 200 2024 S Credits: 3

Tater, Mallory

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11:00 - 13:00

Tater, Mallory

	Tue	11:00 - 13:00
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CRWR 200 2024 W Credits: 3

Brown-Evans, Taylor | Hussain, Tariq | Tater, Mallory

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12:30 - 14:00

Brown-Evans, Taylor

1	Tue	12:30 - 14:00
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Tue

14:00 - 17:00

Introduction to Writing Poetry

CRWR 201 2023 W Credits: 3

An exploration of and practice in the writing of poetry, focusing on how a writer employs the technical elements of the craft of poetry. Manuscript submission not required for admission.

TATE, BRONWEN | WARRENER, SHERYDA

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9:30 - 11:00

TATE, BRONWEN

Fri

9:30 - 11:00

In poetry, the chaos and disorder of living are made meaningful by the shaping powers of language and the imagination. Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of contemporary poets including Ocean Vuong, Ada Limón, and Jericho Brown, you will write many poems and explore the capacity of language to name the world, sing us back to our senses, say what matters, and imagine other possibilities. Together, we’ll discover how to invite wildness and surprise onto the page. We’ll also investigate the radical possibilities of revision, give and receive written feedback on work-in-progress, and cultivate a shared craft vocabulary of diction, syntax, image, line, metaphor, echo, pivot, and rhythm to help you make more conscious choices in your writing. To support flexible learning, this is a blended course with asynchronous videos, readings, and exercises supported by weekly synchronous lectures and collaborations.

Tue

12:30 - 14:00

This course offers an accessible introduction to the process of poem-making. You will practice forms of poetic attention, experiment with craft skills and techniques foundational to the genre, and explore the sensory details of everyday life: memory, experience, feeling, and imagination. In order to write about the world, you will engage with it through intentional and focused exploration. This process will require both self-discovery and discovery of subject matter outside the self. This course blends synchronous and asynchronous content. Weekly modules of pre-recorded videos and readings allow you to move through key concepts at your own pace. In addition to reviewing online materials, you will be required to attend class, engage with assigned readings, and participate in discussions and workshops. You will utilize in-class writing exercises and prompts to spark ideas for content. For your final assignment, you will revise and assemble a collection of five poems demonstrating your technical skills and singular sensibility. Together, we will strive toward artistry, and come to a richer understanding of the possibilities of poetry.

CRWR 201 2024 W Credits: 3

Warrener, Sheryda | Tate, Bronwen

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12:30 - 14:00

Warrener, Sheryda

Tue

12:30 - 14:00

Fri

09:30 - 11:00

Introduction to Writing for Children and Young Adults

CRWR 203 2023 W Credits: 3

Techniques of and practice in creating, developing and writing for children and young adults. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

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12:30 - 14:00

KYI, TANYA

1	Tue	12:30 - 14:00
1	Thu	12:30 - 14:00

We’ll delve into the breadth of forms encompassed by children’s literature, as well as a diversity of genres and topics. We’ll examine the unique pace and structure of books for different age and reading levels. We’ll learn to build memorable characters, then send those characters on fast-paced quests and adventures. Coursework includes three major writing assignments, a mock Instagram novel review, and frequent short writing exercises. Regular attendance is required. Our goals in this class are to learn about the growth of contemporary children’s writing, to become better writers ourselves, and to embrace a spirit of childlike wonder, exploration, and fun.

2	Tue	12:30 - 14:00
2	Thu	12:30 - 14:00

CRWR 203 2024 W Credits: 3

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12:30 - 14:00

Kyi, Tanya

1	Tue	12:30 - 14:00
1	Thu	12:30 - 14:00

Introduction to Writing Creative Nonfiction

CRWR 205 2023 W Credits: 3

An exploration of and practice in the writing of creative nonfiction, focusing on how a writer employs the technical elements of the craft of creative nonfiction. Manuscript submission not required for admission.

CATRON, MANDY

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12:30 - 14:00

CATRON, MANDY

Thu

12:30 - 14:00

Welcome to Introduction to Creative Nonfiction!

This term we will focus on both the craft and the ethics of creative nonfiction writing and consider some of the big questions that continue to shape the genre:

What exactly is creative nonfiction and what distinguishes it from other genres?
How does an obligation to the truth shape the ways we tell stories and write sentences?
Why might a reader care about an individual writer’s experiences and ideas?
Where does the personal intersect with the political, the ideological, or the profound?
How can we find authority and curiosity in our own knowledge and experiences?

We will spend our semester taking risks, trying out new skills, and sharing your work and ideas in a warm and welcoming environment. This is a hybrid course and students are expected to participate both online and in person.

Thu

14:00 - 15:30

CRWR 205 2024 W Credits: 3

Catron, Mandy

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12:30 - 14:00

Catron, Mandy

Wed

12:30 - 14:00

Introduction to Writing for the Screen

CRWR 206 2023 W Credits: 3

Techniques of and practice in creating, developing, and writing a screenplay. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

MCGOWAN, SHARON | GRAEFE, SARA

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MCGOWAN, SHARON

Fri

It all starts with the script. Every screenwriter has a unique creative process, but shares tools from a common toolbox.

In this course we will screen and discuss excerpts from a variety of films, analyzing the essentials that make a great screen story. You will explore these fundamentals in weekly writing exercises and script assignments, applying techniques of visual storytelling and screenplay formatting, as well as the key elements of dramatic film structure, character development and dialogue. You will also learn how to pitch a script idea, a skill that is essential to succeed in the highly collaborative practice of filmmaking.

The structure of this course is online and asynchronous, with modules and exercises posted on Canvas for completion each week. There is also an optional one-hour Zoom drop-in session each week with bonus materials and a chance to ask questions and discuss the weekly assignments.

Your coursework will include completing weekly writing assignments (worth 15% of your final grade), writing a 4-page silent screenplay (25%), writing a 10-page screenplay with dialogue (35%), creating a written pitch for your dialogue screenplay (15%), and completing an open-book quiz on screenplay formatting (10%).

Please note that while we will discuss and screen a few feature-length films and excerpts of television series in this course, the majority of the coursework and course content will focus on short films. This is because short films are an excellent form in which to learn and apply fundamentals quickly. Short films are also one of the main starting points for building a career in screenwriting.

Fri

14:00 - 15:30

In this hyper-connected digital age, we consume stories at an unprecedented rate, on screens large and small. A great film or TV show or Netflix series will make us laugh or cry and stay with us for forever. In this hands-on class, we’ll take a look behind the scenes to uncover where the magic of film begins – with the art and craft of narrative screenwriting. As the saying goes in Hollywood, “it all starts with the script.” We will screen and discuss excerpts from a variety of films, analyzing the essentials that make a great screen story. You’ll explore these fundamentals through class writing exercises and script assignments, applying techniques of visual storytelling and screenplay formatting, as well as the key elements of dramatic film structure, character development and dialogue. You will also learn and practice how to pitch a script idea, a vital skill for surviving and thriving in the collaborative film industry. You will write two original scripts – a 3-4 page silent screenplay and an 8-10 page screenplay with dialogue.

This is a blended course, meaning half your learning will take place face-to-face in the classroom, and the other half online in a text- and video-based, modular format on Canvas.

CRWR 206 2024 W Credits: 3

Graefe, Sara | McGowan, Sharon

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14:00 - 15:30

Graefe, Sara

Fri

14:00 - 15:30

Introduction to Writing for Graphic Forms

CRWR 208 2023 W Credits: 3

Techniques of and practice in creating, developing, and writing the graphic novel, manga, and other forms of illustrated writing. The ability to draw is not required. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

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15:30 - 17:00

BROWN-EVANS, TAYLOR

Tue

15:30 - 17:00

In this course, we will explore writing for comics and graphic novels through a combination of discussions, lectures, guest speakers, online content, low-stakes exercises and creative writing assignments. This course is a blended learning course, which means it is conducted partially through self-directed engagement with online content, and partially through lectures and discussion. You'll find a variety of readings and videos and exercises online each week to prepare for a weekly lecture and hands-on creation and discussion. By the end of the course, you will hopefully have gained a broad understanding of the form as well as the skills to create your own well-crafted comics, from inception to publication.

Thu

9:30 - 11:00

CRWR 208 2024 W Credits: 3

Brown-Evans, Taylor

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09:30 - 11:00

Brown-Evans, Taylor

Thu

09:30 - 11:00

Tue

15:30 - 17:00

Introduction to Writing Fiction

CRWR 209 2023 W Credits: 3

An exploration of the writing of fiction, focusing on how a writer employs the technical elements of the craft of fiction. Manuscript submission not required for admission.

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11:00 - 12:30

LEE, NANCY

Tue

11:00 - 12:30

This introductory undergraduate course is held 100% online and is designed for those interested in the art and craft of fiction writing. We’ll focus on the creative impulse and generative process while exploring and practicing the foundational elements of fiction writing, including, character development, scene design, dialogue and subtext, prose style, the fundamentals of story structure, and the importance of emotional and psychological authenticity. We’ll experiment, take risks, and expand our creative practice each week through a variety of online activities, including pre-recorded video lectures, writing exercises, assigned readings, and discussion. Through an examination of craft, writing practice, creative inquiry, and close reading, we will bridge the gap between creative intention and execution on the page and do our best to create something meaningful and beautiful. We’ll be rigorous in our study and analysis of our efforts and invest ourselves in the efforts of our peers. The course is offered online asynchronously with a weekly synchronous Zoom session focused on generative exercises, advanced craft exploration, and discussion of course concepts with the Instructor, Teaching Assistants and fellow students.

Tue

11:00 - 12:30

CRWR 209 2024 W Credits: 3

Vigna, John

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11:00 - 12:30

Vigna, John

Tue

11:00 - 12:30

Tue

11:00 - 12:30

Introduction to Writing for the New Media

CRWR 213 2023 S Credits: 3

An exploration of and practice in writing for new media, including podcasting, blogging, and writing for websites, games, and online environments. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

CHAN, CRYSTAL

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11:00 - 13:00

CHAN, CRYSTAL

2	Tue	11:00 - 13:00
2	Wed	11:00 - 13:00
2	Thu	11:00 - 13:00

CRWR 213 2023 W Credits: 3

OSWORTH, AUSTEN | MOSS, JENNIFER

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T, Th

12:30 - 14:00

OSWORTH, AUSTEN

1	Tue	12:30 - 14:00
1	Thu	12:30 - 14:00

What makes media “new?” How have older media come to influence the bleeding edge? This course focuses on memes, pitching publications (and making your own), Twine games, artificial intelligence and, most importantly, how to explore and learn with confidence and conscientiousness when the media landscape is constantly evolving.

This section will be taught by A.E. Osworth .

Thu

15:30 - 17:00

Thu

15:30 - 17:00

CRWR 213 2024 S Credits: 3

Clark, Raymond

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13:00 - 15:00

Clark, Raymond

	Tue	13:00 - 15:00
	Wed	13:00 - 15:00
	Thu	13:00 - 15:00

CRWR 213 2024 W Credits: 3

Osworth, Austen | Moss, Jennifer

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14:00 - 15:30

Osworth, Austen

2	Tue	14:00 - 15:30
2	Thu	14:00 - 15:30

Thu

14:00 - 15:30

Introduction to Creative Writing with an Indigenous Focus

CRWR 220 2023 W Credits: 3

Covers three genres from fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, radio drama, radio feature, or stageplay.

BELCOURT, BILLY-RAY

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10:00 - 12:00

BELCOURT, BILLY-RAY

Wed

10:00 - 12:00

In this course, students will engage with a range of literary works by contemporary Indigenous writers as well as with supplementary critical/theoretical texts. The goal is to introduce students to the aesthetic, political, and social concerns operative in the Indigenous literary landscape. We will acquire the language to ethically and rigorously engage with the material and the larger context of colonialism in which we in North America live and study. To be clear, the aim is not to produce “Indigenous writing” (unless, of course, a student is Indigenous), but rather to write from the social locations in which students exist about topics such as race, history, identity, geography, power, and structural oppression.

Introduction to Creative Writing with an Indigenous Focus - Introduction to Creative Writing with an Indigenous Focus

CRWR 220U 2024 W Credits: 3

Belcourt, Billy-Ray

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12:00 - 14:00

Belcourt, Billy-Ray

Wed

12:00 - 14:00

Introduction to Writing for Comedic Forms

CRWR 230 2023 W Credits: 3

An examination of and practice in creative writing in comedic forms, including stand-up, sketch, film, new media, and text. Manuscript submission not required for admission.

DEL BUCCHIA, DINA

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17:00 - 18:30

DEL BUCCHIA, DINA

Wed

17:00 - 18:30

This course will be taught both synchronously and asynchronously. Video lectures and slides (with relevant questions and writing prompts) will be recorded and posted to Canvas in the Modules. Students will not be penalized for their inability to attend synchronous sessions. The course materials in Canvas will need to be completed by the due dates indicated and before the start of the weekly synchronous session.

Comedy has the ability to bring levity to the difficult things in life. In this course we will study humour writing across various forms, styles and genres, including: joke-writing; stand-up and sketch comedy; comic prose and verse; television; film; stage; and new media. Lectures and discussions will be complemented by writing prompts, group work, readings, and engaging with media relevant to all areas of comedic forms covered. A major learning objective for this course is to develop a greater understanding of comic structures and style, as well as exploring issues of comedy and free speech, and comedy as social commentary. Students will have the opportunity to not only write their own comedic pieces, but to consider the power of jokes and how humour can affect an audience.

CRWR 230 2024 W Credits: 3

Del Bucchia, Dina

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17:00 - 18:30

Del Bucchia, Dina

Wed

17:00 - 18:30

Intermediate Writing Poetry

CRWR 301 2023 W Credits: 3

The writing of poetry in various forms using a combination of workshopping and online modules. Manuscript submission not required for admission.

WARRENER, SHERYDA

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WARRENER, SHERYDA

This course is part workshop, part exploration of writing in established, evolving, and invented poetic forms. You will direct language through the apertures and frames of the sonnet, prose poems, ghazal, haibun, ode, elegy, villanelle, zuihitsu, and more. You’ll explore the variations and innovations formal constraints make possible, and then return to free verse with newly-acquired technical chops and a dynamic, renewed energy. This course blends synchronous and asynchronous content. A weekly compilation of videos and craft essays feature insights from contemporary poets as they take you through advanced modes and techniques. You’ll be required to attend in-person classes, engage with assigned readings, and participate in discussions, presentations, and workshops. For your final assignment, you will revise and assemble poems into a collection that demonstrates your technical skill and formal imagination. We will strive toward artistry, and come to a richer understanding of what poetic form makes possible.

Thu

10:00 - 12:00

CRWR 301 2024 W Credits: 3

The writing of poetry in various forms using a combination of workshopping and online modules. Manuscript submission not required for admission. Prerequisite: CRWR 201.

Warrener, Sheryda

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Warrener, Sheryda

Writing for Podcast

CRWR 302 2023 W Credits: 3

Exploration of and practice in writing for podcast.

SAMMARCO, PIETRO

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17:00 - 20:00

SAMMARCO, PIETRO

Thu

17:00 - 20:00

CRWR 302 2024 W Credits: 3

Exploration of and practice in writing for podcast. Prerequisite: CRWR 213.

Moss, Jennifer

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17:00 - 20:00

Moss, Jennifer

Wed

17:00 - 20:00

Intermediate Writing for Children and Young Adults

CRWR 303 2023 W Credits: 3

The writing of work for children and young adults in various forms using a combination of workshopping and online modules. Manuscript submission not required for admission.

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KYI, TANYA

In this class, students briefly explore a variety of forms in children’s literature before delving more deeply into the creativity and adventure of middle-grade and young-adult novels. By refining an idea, developing that idea into an outline, and writing several major scenes, students will experience some of the thought processes involved in creating a novel. Along the way, they’ll practice two major components of the writing life: individual creative work and collaborative critique. This is a hybrid class, involving weekly online lectures as well as in-person seminars. Attendance at the seminars is required. Throughout the course, students will explore the ways children’s literature can spark young readers’ imaginations and change the ways they see the world.

Tue

10:00 - 12:00

CRWR 303 2024 W Credits: 3

The writing of work for children and young adults in various forms using a combination of workshopping and online modules. Manuscript submission not required for admission. Prerequisite: CRWR 203.

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Kyi, Tanya

Intermediate Writing of Creative Nonfiction

CRWR 305 2023 W Credits: 3

An exploration of and practice in the writing of creative non-fiction, covering four of the more basic forms of this genre: memoir, profile, commentary, and exposition. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

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CATRON, MANDY

In its pursuit of truth, Creative Nonfiction has the capacity to help us connect with our wisest, most honest, most humane selves. In trying to say what is true, we are forced to become curious and attentive, to question our own assumptions and biases, and to create space to locate our own beliefs and sense of wonder.

Welcome to Intermediate Writing of Creative Nonfiction! This course builds on the concepts covered in Introduction to Creative Nonfiction (CRWR 205) with more emphasis on writing as a practice and process. We’ll talk about how to create a sustainable writing practice and how to think about ourselves as writers. We’ll confront some of the myths around the writing life and we’ll consider how, when approached with sincerity and rigor, one might discover something fundamentally redemptive in writing creative nonfiction. My hope is that you’ll come to think of writing as a practice, as a way of thinking, and as a powerful tool for making meaning of your experiences and the world around you.

Wed

15:00 - 17:00

CRWR 305 2024 W Credits: 3

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Catron, Mandy

Wed

14:00 - 16:00

Intermediate Writing for the Screen

CRWR 306 2023 W Credits: 3

An exploration of and practice in writing for the screen, focusing on how a writer employs the technical elements of the craft of screenwriting. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

KINCH, MARTIN

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KINCH, MARTIN

CRWR 306 (Intermediate Writing for the Screen) is a blended course combining online teaching and in-class workshop/seminars. Each week consists of online instruction, screenings and assignments, and seminar/workshops led by our Teaching Assistants. Our primary objective is to explore the processes, craft, and techniques of screenwriting and create original work for the screen. Online, students will find a variety of videos addressing specific writing challenges, (What makes a great film idea? …How do you create memorable characters?”) short lectures on aspects of technique, illustrative and inspiring film clips from the history of the movies, and other resources addressing theoretical and practical aspects of screenwriting

The workshop/seminar sessions are focused on the wider discussion of weekly online material, writing exercises, and the creation of original work. Film being a collaborative art, attention will also be given to ways in which we analyze and critique our peers’ work and creatively participate in workshop script development.

Tue

12:00 - 14:00

CRWR 306 2024 W Credits: 3

An exploration of and practice in writing for the screen, focusing on how a writer employs the technical elements of the craft of screenwriting. Manuscript submission is not required for admission. Prerequisite: CRWR 206.

Kinch, Martin

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Kinch, Martin

Tue

12:00 - 13:00

Intermediate Writing for the Stage

CRWR 307 2023 W Credits: 3

An exploration of practice in the writing of the one-act stage play, focusing on how a writer employs the technical elements of the craft of this genre. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

IRANI, ANOSH

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15:30 - 17:00

IRANI, ANOSH

1	Tue	15:30 - 17:00
1	Thu	15:30 - 17:00

This intermediate course focuses on the techniques of crafting stage plays and fiction podcasts.

You will engage in dramatic writing assignments focusing on, but not limited to, character, scene development, dialogue, and theatricality. You will also look specifically at techniques that will help you create a dramatic fiction podcast.

Instruction will be provided in person. We will combine interactive lectures with in-class writing exercises and readings/viewings.

You will write a one-act play for the stage and a short dramatic fiction podcast.

CRWR 307 2024 W Credits: 3

Irani, Anosh

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T, Th

15:30 - 17:00

Irani, Anosh

2	Tue	15:30 - 17:00
2	Thu	15:30 - 17:00

Intermediate Writing for Graphic Forms

CRWR 308 2023 W Credits: 3

The writing of graphica (comics, manga and graphic novels), using a combination of workshopping and online modules. Manuscript submission not required for admission.

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15:00 - 17:00

BROWN-EVANS, TAYLOR

Thu

15:00 - 17:00

Picking up where 208 leaves off, students will be guided through the production process of creating comics, with the goal of creating a finished self-published graphic work by the end of the term. Through a combination of workshop, discussion, lecture and online content, we look at graphic storytelling, character design, world-building, panel composition, page layout, thumbnails, pencils, inking and digital design with a focus on refining student work and creating polished and professional finished products. The class meets weekly for in-person sessions with a focus on creating and building student work.

Thu

14:00 - 16:00

CRWR 308 2024 W Credits: 3

The writing of graphica (comics, manga and graphic novels), using a combination of workshopping and online modules. Manuscript submission not required for admission. Prerequisite: CRWR 208.

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12:00 - 14:00

Brown-Evans, Taylor

Fri

12:00 - 14:00

Intermediate Writing Fiction

CRWR 309 2023 W Credits: 3

TATER, MALLORY | OSWORTH, AUSTEN

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TATER, MALLORY

In CRWR 309, students will work to sharpen their already unique writing voices and further develop a sustainable writing practice. This course will help students more consciously understand their creative choices and narrative approaches through engaging in fiction readings, writing exercises, collaborative learning and discussion.

Students in this class will focus on scaffolded assignments to deepen understanding of craft fundamentals such as characters, scenes, settings and voice. A variety of feedback modalities will be covered with an emphasis on giving and receiving feedback gracefully, and choosing what to focus on in revision.

This course will be taught by A.E. Osworth .

Wed

14:00 - 16:00

CRWR 309 2024 W Credits: 3

An exploration of the writing of fiction, focusing on how a writer employs the technical elements of the craft of fiction. Manuscript submission not required for admission. Prerequisite: CRWR 209.

Vigna, John | Osworth, Austen

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Video Game Writing and Narrative

CRWR 310 2023 W Credits: 3

Narrative design and writing for video games.

CLARK, RAYMOND

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17:00 - 18:30

CLARK, RAYMOND

Thu

17:00 - 18:30

An exploration of narrative design and writing for video games. Manuscript submission not required for admission.

CRWR 310 2024 W Credits: 3

Narrative design and writing for video games. Prerequisite: CRWR 200.

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Clark, Raymond

Tue

17:00 - 18:30

Intermediate Writing for Lyric Forms

CRWR 311 2023 W Credits: 3

Techniques of and practice in writing for lyric forms, including song lyrics, lyrical narratives, and libretti. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

HUSSAIN, TARIQ

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12:30 - 14:00

HUSSAIN, TARIQ

1	Tue	12:30 - 14:00
1	Thu	12:30 - 14:00

In this course, students will examine aspects of lyrical craft such as the use of rhyme, repetition, point of view, structure, balance and other elements. We will explore personal songwriting, writing in a non-autobiographical style, protest songs, the comic lyric and more. Students will engage in readings and listenings (song samples, podcasts, etc.) and will have ample opportunities to flex their creative muscles through weekly writing exercises and longer songwriting assignments. Students should be prepared to submit audio recordings with their assignments which can be created using phones and/or recording programs like Audacity or GarageBand. Further guidance on recording software will be offered in class and proficiency on an instrument is not a prerequisite. This course will take place in real time and will consist of weekly face-to-face lectures which students are required to attend. Note that students are expected to submit new work only for this class. Once completed, students of all levels will have participated in a rigorous and regular writing practice and will have amassed a solid body of creative work—a portfolio!—that they can be proud of with work they can continue to revise and draw inspiration from well after the term ends.

Tue

17:30 - 20:30

CRWR 311 2024 W Credits: 3

Techniques of and practice in writing for lyric forms, including song lyrics, lyrical narratives, and libretti. Manuscript submission is not required for admission. Prerequisite: One of CRWR 200, CRWR 202.

Hussain, Tariq

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17:30 - 20:30

Hussain, Tariq

Tue

17:30 - 20:30

Interactive Storytelling

CRWR 312 2023 W Credits: 3

Origin, theory and practice of interactive story forms. Exploring structural links between interactive theatre, gaming, and extended (virtual, mixed, and augmented) reality.

OSWORTH, AUSTEN

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17:00 - 20:00

OSWORTH, AUSTEN

Thu

17:00 - 20:00

Colloquially called “Infinite Fiction,” this course engages with fiction as a verb rather than a noun or adjective. We will explore controversial or commonly held beliefs using radical collaborative storytelling to examine massive concepts from varying vantage points in worlds where the consequences are imaginary: by using tabletop role-playing games “read” against academic theory. Students will also create one piece of interactive fiction using Twine over the course of the semester.

CRWR 312 2024 W Credits: 3

Origin, theory and practice of interactive story forms. Exploring structural links between interactive theatre, gaming, and extended (virtual, mixed, and augmented) reality. Prerequisite: One of CRWR 213 or B.M.S. student with 3rd year standing or higher.

Osworth, Austen

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17:00 - 20:00

Osworth, Austen

Thu

17:00 - 20:00

Intermediate Writing for Television

CRWR 316 2023 W Credits: 3

Elements of episodic and serialized comedic and dramatic television writing with writing practice applied to primary formats and genres.

MCMAHON, MICHELE

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14:00 - 17:00

MCMAHON, MICHELE

Fri

14:00 - 17:00

This course is designed for students who are interested in exploring the art and craft of screenwriting for television. Over the course of the term you will learn how to transform your half-hour television idea (comedy or drama) into a series pitch document, then a pilot script outline, and finally the first act of a pilot script.

We are experiencing a new Golden Age of television with hundreds of shows to watch across multiple platforms. There are more diverse stories being created than ever before and it’s an exciting time to tell your story. A television show is the culmination of a writer’s unique vision and it all begins with their script. While we will cover a variety of formats and genres showcased in today’s exciting television landscape we will focus on the fundamentals of television writing: structure, plot, character development, dialogue and narrative arcs for an episode and an entire season.

We will explore comedic and dramatic television in a variety of ways. We will screen and discuss television shows, read television scripts, and analyse the essentials in what makes a script great. We will also read current online articles, specific readings from texts, listen to podcasts and experiment with in-class writing assignments. As television is a collaborative business, students will engage with the instructor, teaching assistants and other students as much as possible.

Please note that while we will discuss and screen the first act of a few hour-long dramatic television series, the majority of the coursework and course content will focus on half-hour television. Half-hours are an excellent form in which to learn and apply fundamentals quickly and are a growing trend on cable and streaming platforms.

CRWR 316 2024 W Credits: 3

Elements of episodic and serialized comedic and dramatic television writing with writing practice applied to primary formats and genres. Prerequisite: CRWR 206.

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14:00 - 17:00

Tue

14:00 - 17:00

Writing Genre Fiction

CRWR 319 2023 W Credits: 3

Exploration and practice in writing major genres of genre fiction, including fantasy, science fiction, romance, crime, horror, and historical fiction.

HOPKINSON, NALO

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9:30 - 11:00

HOPKINSON, NALO

1	Tue	9:30 - 11:00
1	Thu	9:30 - 11:00

The vast majority of fiction written and read in North America falls into the broad categories of popular or commercial fiction. This course will focus on introducing students to four major genres: fantasy; science fiction; historical fiction; and young adult (that last being more of an age category than a genre). To write successfully in any of these genres requires an understanding of the development and conventions of each of them, as well as an understanding of the implicit agreement between writer and reader that exists in genre fiction writing. Genre conventions serve, like the many forms of poetry, as both limitations to and spurs to creativity, as well as wayposts to the reader that signify (usually) what to expect. Students will read texts and related materials in each genre, and practice writing in at least two of the four.

CRWR 319 2024 W Credits: 3

Exploration and practice in writing major genres of genre fiction, including fantasy, science fiction, romance, crime, horror, and historical fiction. Prerequisite: All of CRWR 200, CRWR 209.

Hopkinson, Noelle

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09:30 - 11:00

Hopkinson, Noelle

1	Tue	09:30 - 11:00
1	Thu	09:30 - 11:00

Intermediate Comedic Forms

CRWR 330 2023 W Credits: 3

Contemporary and historical comedic writing in a variety of forms. Emphasis on critical analysis and creative writing of comedic works, and changes in the comedic landscape. Recommended: CRWR 200

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16:00 - 17:30

DEL BUCCHIA, DINA

Wed

16:00 - 17:30

In this course, we take the craft of comedy seriously through experimentation, discussion and the analysis of comedic media. We play with comedic writing to develop comedic voice, and explore storytelling through a variety of forms, from comedic fiction to non-fiction, to sketches and stand up. Students will work to use comedic tools, like escalation, repetition and tone, and play with comedic elements, like irony, incongruity and surprise, to create new works that spark laughter while they tell a story. As well, through comedic collaboration, and workshops that focus on constructive and informed feedback and discussion, students will be able to work on a variety of projects that will challenge their concept of comedic writing as an art form.

This course will be taught by Dina Del Bucchia .

CRWR 330 2024 W Credits: 3

Contemporary and historical comedic writing in a variety of forms. Emphasis on critical analysis and creative writing of comedic works, and changes in the comedic landscape. Recommended: CRWR 200 Prerequisite: CRWR 230.

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16:00 - 17:30

Del Bucchia, Dina

Wed

16:00 - 17:30

Intermediate Poetry Workshop - INTRMD POETRY

CRWR 351P 2023 W Credits: 3

An intermediate level workshop class in writing poetry. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

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11:00 - 13:00

WARRENER, SHERYDA

Tue

11:00 - 13:00

In this class, I invite you to explore content that is meaningful to you in the form of a poetic cycle, series, suite, or sequence. Designed to foreground practices of attention and inquiry-based research, this class provides the time, encouragement, compassion, rigour, and flexibility necessary in order for you to feel both well supported and challenged in the process of poem-making. You’ll be required to attend class, engage with assigned readings, and participate in discussions, presentations, field trips, and workshops. Pre-writing and generative writing activities, as well as a self-directed research assignment, will lead to the composition of a unified collection of poems. My hope is that you will leave this class with a renewed sense of your own creative process, and a community of writerly support.

Intermediate Poetry Workshop - Intermediate Poetry Workshop

CRWR 351T 2024 W Credits: 3

An intermediate level workshop class in writing poetry. Manuscript submission is not required for admission. Prerequisite: CRWR 301.

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10:00 - 12:00

Warrener, Sheryda

Tue

10:00 - 12:00

Intermediate Children and Young Adult Writing Workshop - INTRMD CHLDRN

CRWR 353Q 2023 W Credits: 3

An intermediate level workshop class in writing for children and young adults. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

POHL-WEARY, EMILY

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15:00 - 17:00

POHL-WEARY, EMILY

Tue

15:00 - 17:00

This section of 353 focuses on middle-grade (MG) and young adult (YA) fiction, age categories that tend to be adventurous, playful, unpretentious, and reflect the critical issues of our time. We’ll explore the weird and wonderful world of writing for young readers, the changing industry, how the age of your readers impacts your writing style, and developing our writerly voices. We will put into practice the tools learned in CRWR 203 and 303, but focus more on workshopping and incorporating feedback. Major assignments include weekly feedback on other people’s writing, two pieces of new fiction (10 pages each, double-spaced, 12pt font), a short piece of experimental writing (5 pages, double-spaced, 12pt font), and a brief presentation on a contemporary MG or YA novel.

Intermediate Children and Young Adult Writing Workshop - Intermediate Children and Young Adult Writing Workshop

CRWR 353U 2024 W Credits: 3

An intermediate level workshop class in writing for children and young adults. Manuscript submission is not required for admission. Prerequisite: CRWR 303.

Pohl-Weary, Emily

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14:00 - 16:00

Pohl-Weary, Emily

Tue

14:00 - 16:00

Intermediate Screenplay Workshop - INTRMD SCRNPLAY

CRWR 356Q 2023 W Credits: 3

An intermediate level workshop class in writing for the screen. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

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12:00 - 14:00

KINCH, MARTIN

Wed

12:00 - 14:00

Screenwriting is a craft. Creative Writing 356A (Intermediate Screenwriting) is a workshop on mastering the techniques of the craft and writing original short film scripts that you can produce. Our emphasis will be on the creation of character-driven stories that can be imaginatively told with an economy of production demands. We will also focus on visual storytelling, flexible structure, and effective dialogue. Over the course of the term, you will develop a short film screenplay, proceeding through the logline/pitch, to the outline, the first and revised drafts. At each stage, you will read and provide feedback to your fellow students’ work and participate in an in-class and online workshop discussion.

There will also be writing exercises accompanied by short talks exploring various aspects of craft.

Intermediate Screenplay Workshop - Intermediate Screenplay Workshop

CRWR 356U 2024 W Credits: 3

An intermediate level workshop class in writing for the screen. Manuscript submission is not required for admission. Prerequisite: CRWR 306.

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12:00 - 14:00

Kinch, Martin

Wed

12:00 - 14:00

Intermediate Graphic Forms Workshop - Intermediate Graphic Forms Workshop

CRWR 358U 2024 W Credits: 3

An intermediate level workshop class in writing for graphic forms. The ability to draw is not required. Manuscript submission is not required for admission. Prerequisite: CRWR 308.

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12:00 - 14:00

Brown-Evans, Taylor

Thu

12:00 - 14:00

Intermediate Fiction Workshop - INTRMD FICTION

CRWR 359P 2023 W Credits: 3

An intermediate level workshop class in writing of fiction. Manuscript submission is not required for admission.

TATER, MALLORY

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15:00 - 17:00

TATER, MALLORY

Thu

15:00 - 17:00

The goal of CRWR 359 is to put into practice, through considered creative choices, the craft-based skills students learned in CRWR 209 and CRWR 309 (prerequisites). The discussions, exercises, collaborative learning activities and individual writing assignments in this course will help you bring greater intention to your writing process and to artfully engage in the act of revision.

CRWR 359Q 2023 W Credits: 3

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12:00 - 14:00

TATER, MALLORY

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12:00 - 14:00

Intermediate Fiction Workshop - Intermediate Fiction Workshop

CRWR 359T 2024 W Credits: 3

An intermediate level workshop class in writing of fiction. Manuscript submission is not required for admission. Prerequisite: CRWR 309.

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12:00 - 14:00

Tater, Mallory

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12:00 - 14:00

CRWR 359U 2024 W Credits: 3

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12:00 - 14:00

Tater, Mallory

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12:00 - 14:00

Writing Poetry I - WRITING POETRY I

CRWR 401P 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in the writing of poetry.

NICHOLSON, CECILY

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10:00 - 12:00

NICHOLSON, CECILY

Thu

10:00 - 12:00

Intimations of Place

This course will provide a hands-on approach to the study and practice of poetry as we explore ways to engage the individual poem as well as the collection of poetry in book form. Intervals of the course will be devoted to experiencing and discussing selected works related to intimations of place. Through works by Jordan Abel, Gwendolyn Brooks, Renee Gladman, Lee Maracle, Fred Wah, Rita Wong and more, we will consider site specificity, scenic narrative and setting, interrelations in ecology, geological time, and the construct of landscape, as well as the poem itself as a place that can enact geography, nation, refuge, and belonging. Students will develop a shared vocabulary as we deepen our understanding of poetic technique and expression and expand our awareness of imagery, figurative language, perspective, and positionality in poetry. Through regular prompt and exercise our reading practice will align with written assignments as we learn to experiment within a range of formal strategies.

CRWR 401Q 2023 W Credits: 3

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13:00 - 15:00

NICHOLSON, CECILY

Wed

13:00 - 15:00

Words Sound

This course will provide a hands-on approach to the study and practice of poetry as we explore ways to engage the individual poem as well as the collection of poetry in book form. In a discussion on the “poetics of renewal” Lillian Allen notes that “the poetic line glides, skips, is stubborn sometimes, it shouts, dances, whispers, and asserts itself as beings do in the world. We know that words are not just words as our voice is not just lines on paper.” Taking up the active and variable presence of words, we will consider elements of voice, cadence, metre, and a range of sound devices in poetry. Our readings will include works from Lillian Allen, Christie Lee Charles, e.e. cummings, Cathy Park Hong, Kaie Kellough and more. Students will develop a shared vocabulary as we deepen our understanding of poetic technique and expression and expand our awareness of diction, structure, and tone as it relates to poetry. Through regular prompt and exercise our reading practice will align with written assignments as we learn to experiment within a range of formal strategies.

Writing Poetry I - Writing Poetry I

CRWR 401T 2024 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in the writing of poetry. Prerequisite: Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

Nicholson, Cecily

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10:00 - 12:00

Nicholson, Cecily

Thu

10:00 - 12:00

CRWR 401U 2024 W Credits: 3

Maillard, Keith

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14:00 - 16:00

Maillard, Keith

Thu

14:00 - 16:00

Writing for New Media I - WRT NEW MEDIA 1

CRWR 402Q 2023 W Credits: 3

An advanced workshop class in writing for new media. Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

MOSS, JENNIFER

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17:00 - 19:00

MOSS, JENNIFER

Wed

17:00 - 19:00

Take your podcasting dreams to the next level with this hands-on and applied course focussing on the finer points of audio storytelling. Encompassing aspects of scripted, and non-scripted podcasting, narrative, fiction, documentary, and more, this course will help you lean into the audio medium to deliver work that is compelling and engaging. At the same time, you’ll get practical ideas for how to identify and grow your audience and promote your show.

Writing for New Media I - Writing for New Media I

CRWR 402U 2024 W Credits: 3

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12:00 - 14:00

Moss, Jennifer

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12:00 - 14:00

Writing for Children and Young Adults I - CHILD & YOUNG I

CRWR 403P 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in writing for Children and Young Adults.

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15:00 - 17:00

KYI, TANYA

Wed

15:00 - 17:00

During this course, we’ll explore picture books, middle-grade novels, young-adult novels, and more. Students will participate in lively discussions about the craft and techniques of writing for children and young adults, with a particular emphasis on character and voice — elements necessary to catch the attention of the world’s most fickle reading audience. Workshop participants will give thoughtful feedback on work by fellow students, and will submit two original stories or novel excerpts as well as a final revision. Throughout, we’ll examine ways we can imbue our writing with fun, humour, and hope.

Writing for Children and Young Adults I - Writing for Children and Young Adults I

CRWR 403T 2024 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in writing for Children and Young Adults. Prerequisite: Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

Scott, Jordan

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14:00 - 16:00

Scott, Jordan

Thu

14:00 - 16:00

Writing Creative Nonfiction I - CREATIV NONFIC I

CRWR 405P 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in writing creative nonfiction, focused on some of the more popular forms of creative nonfiction: autobiography, rhetoric (commentary), literary journalism, and the personal essay.

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15:00 - 17:00

CATRON, MANDY

Tue

15:00 - 17:00

This semester we’ll immerse ourselves in the many techniques of Creative Nonfiction: everything from research and reporting to structure and style. In the first half of the term we will develop our craft through reading, discussion and frequent writing exercises. Then we’ll spend the second half of term sharing and polishing work in writer-centered workshops.

You can expect to finish the semester with a deeper understanding of the craft of creative nonfiction, a body of new work, a sharper skill set for revising your own writing, and a polished piece of short-form creative nonfiction.

CRWR 405Q 2023 W Credits: 3

MARZANO-LESNEVICH, ALEX

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10:00 - 12:00

MARZANO-LESNEVICH, ALEX

Tue

10:00 - 12:00

To Essay is to Try

This course provides an overview of one of the most elastic and exciting literary forms, the essay, often colloquially thought of as the working-through or trying out of an idea. We will read a wide range of both traditional and experimental essays, including those that are narrative, lyric, personal, fractured, and persuasive, and that use an array of subjects as their starting point. Together we will arrive at understandings of voice, tone, characterization, structure, and pacing. Students will have weekly ungraded writing assignments that will build to the workshopping of one short essay and one long.

Writing Creative Nonfiction I - Writing Creative Nonfiction I

CRWR 405T 2024 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in writing creative nonfiction, focused on some of the more popular forms of creative nonfiction: autobiography, rhetoric (commentary), literary journalism, and the personal essay. Prerequisite: Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

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10:00 - 12:00

Catron, Mandy

Tue

10:00 - 12:00

Writing for the Screen I - WRT FOR SCREEN I

CRWR 406P 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in writing for the screen.

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15:00 - 17:00

MCMAHON, MICHELE

Tue

15:00 - 17:00

This advanced screenwriting workshop will support students as they transform their initial story idea into a pitch, then an outline and finally 25-30 pages of a feature-length screenplay (with the option of submitting two short films with the equivalent number of pages).

While this course will focus on workshopping your writing assignments, your creative process will be supported by in-class presentations on the craft of screenwriting including: structure, plot, character development, dialogue, scenes and visual language. There will also be substantial resources online including: current industry articles, specific readings from texts, podcasts, video clips, as well as sample screenplays from many genres.

Grades will primarily be based on your written work (70%) comprised of your revised screenplay which will be submitted in a final student portfolio at the end of the term. You will be expected to have made substantial rewrites to the creative submitted in earlier workshops. You will also be graded on your attendance and participation (30%). Your participation includes your verbal contribution in-class and written feedback after each workshop. As you write your screenplay your thoughtful reflections on the scripts of other students will build your own screenwriting and story editing skills. The goal of this workshop is to creatively engage with others and to ask questions with a compassionate inquiry that supports each writer’s vision.

CRWR 406Q 2023 W Credits: 3

MEDVED, MAUREEN | MCGOWAN, SHARON

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15:00 - 17:00

MEDVED, MAUREEN

Tue

15:00 - 17:00

Students in this advanced screenwriting workshop will write one or two short screenplays (depending on length and number of rewrites) or an outline for a feature-length film and a draft of the first act of that film. The goal is to help each student reach their full potential in their work.

We loosely follow an industry model, so all projects, whatever length, begin with a short pitch. The class then workshops an outline for all scripts before moving to a draft, or more detailed outline in the case of a feature length screenplay.

In class we will review and discuss aspects of story, plot, dialogue, character, theme and many more elements of the screenplay form. We will also discuss the process of connecting with the film industry and getting a screenplay produced.

We will workshop two pieces a week, sometimes three, if they are short. There is a minimum page count of 30 pages for workshopping in the course that must be submitted by set deadlines. Rewrites will be counted as 1 page for 2 pages of re-written material but rewrites must be substantial to be counted (at least 50% of the material on the page must be reworked).

Students will be required to review and submit written notes by set deadlines on all pieces being workshopped as well as participate in discussions of the work during class time.

Grading will be based 70% on the screenwriting work students submit and 30% on their written notes and participation in discussions of other students’ work.

Writing for the Screen I - Writing for the Screen I

CRWR 406T 2024 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in writing for the screen. Prerequisite: Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

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12:00 - 14:00

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12:00 - 14:00

CRWR 406U 2024 W Credits: 3

McGowan, Sharon

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10:00 - 12:00

McGowan, Sharon

Thu

10:00 - 12:00

Writing of Drama for the Stage I - STAGE DRAMA I

CRWR 407P 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in writing of drama for the stage. Studio work is required, and some plays may be given a live stage production in Brave New Play Rites (adjudication process involved).

KONCAN, FRANCES

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10:00 - 12:00

KONCAN, FRANCES

Thu

10:00 - 12:00

CRWR 407Q 2023 W Credits: 3

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15:00 - 17:00

IRANI, ANOSH

Wed

15:00 - 17:00

Writing of Drama for the Stage I - Writing of Drama for the Stage I

CRWR 407T 2024 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in writing of drama for the stage. Studio work is required, and some plays may be given a live stage production in Brave New Play Rites (adjudication process involved). Prerequisite: Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

Graefe, Sara

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12:00 - 14:00

Graefe, Sara

Tue

12:00 - 14:00

Writing for Graphic Forms I - GRAPHIC FORMS 1

CRWR 408P 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in the writing of graphic novel, manga, and other forms of illustrated writing. The ability to draw is not required.

LEAVITT, SARAH

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10:00 - 12:00

LEAVITT, SARAH

Fri

10:00 - 12:00

What are comics and how do they work? How do you make a good comic? In this class we’ll examine the building blocks of comics (text and image combinations, panel and page composition, and more) and practice the skills needed to create clear, compelling, memorable comics. By the end of the term, you’ll be a more insightful comics reader and a more skillful comics maker. No drawing skills or experience required, but we will be drawing in this class, for both exercises and assignments. Please note: this course emphasizes readings, assignments and in-class exercises; there are only a few workshops.

Students at all levels of skill and experience have produced excellent comics in this class, and many have continued to make comics after completing the course. Others find that the skills learned in comics class help them with their work in other forms. Students who plan to write comics scripts for others to draw will gain insights into the writing process from the experience of drawing.

Writing for Graphic Forms I - Writing for Graphic Forms I

CRWR 408T 2024 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in the writing of graphic novel, manga, and other forms of illustrated writing. The ability to draw is not required. Prerequisite: Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

Leavitt, Sarah

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Leavitt, Sarah

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10:00 - 12:00

Writing Fiction I - WRITING FIC I

CRWR 409P 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in the writing of fiction.

MAILLARD, KEITH | OSWORTH, AUSTEN | IRANI, ANOSH

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13:00 - 15:00

MAILLARD, KEITH

Fri

13:00 - 15:00

The purpose of this workshop is to help students write excellent fiction. Many workshops move toward final draft too quickly and encourage feedback that is largely editorial. We, however, will explore the writing of fiction anywhere on a spectrum from the earliest exploratory stages to polished final drafts. Editorial feedback is not appropriate for story ideas in their earliest stages when they are often incoherent, vague, and fragile; students will be encouraged to resubmit these early drafts until they begin to cohere. As stories move closer to completion, higher degrees of editorial feedback become appropriate. Students should expect to submit written material at least three times during the term, and they will be required to bring one of their stories to polished final draft or close to it. The social environment in this workshop should be warm, friendly, supportive, and cooperative. Students who like courses with fixed and unvarying syllabi so that they will know exactly what they will be doing in any class throughout the term should seriously consider not taking this course. The syllabus is variable and will change in response to student needs and interests.

Fri

13:00 - 15:00

This class, colloquially called “The Airing of Grievances,” explores writing from a place of righteous anger and using fiction to explore, expand and resist everything from the minor inconvenience to the systemic injustice. Students will depart from standard ways of discussing craft to create their own craft rubric for the semester. Workshop components will all use a Radical Praise method.

Tue

13:00 - 15:00

This is a workshop in the writing of short fiction designed to help students develop as both writers and critical thinkers. Each week we will discuss students’ written work as well as the craft and techniques of literary fiction. In addition, assigned readings will be posted on Canvas. This is required reading for class discussion. During the term, students will be expected to turn in a short story for workshop, plus a rewrite of the story. Over the duration of the course, we will examine a wide range of story elements, including—but not limited to— character, dialogue, structure, plotting and so on. The course will also guide students through the process of rewriting their work. Overall, this workshop aims to give students the opportunity to express themselves creatively, hone their voice, and gain a deeper understanding of their own work.

CRWR 409Q 2023 W Credits: 3

MAILLARD, KEITH

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14:00 - 16:00

MAILLARD, KEITH

Fri

14:00 - 16:00

Writing Fiction I - Writing Fiction I

CRWR 409T 2024 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in the writing of fiction. Prerequisite: Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

Osworth, Austen | Maillard, Keith | Ohlin, Alix

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12:00 - 14:00

Osworth, Austen

Fri

12:00 - 14:00

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14:00 - 16:00

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12:00 - 14:00

CRWR 409U 2024 W Credits: 3

Maillard, Keith | Irani, Anosh

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14:00 - 16:00

Maillard, Keith

Fri

14:00 - 16:00

Thu

12:00 - 14:00

Video Game Writing - VDEO GM WRT

CRWR 410Q 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class on writing for video games. Restricted to Creative Writing majors.

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15:00 - 17:00

CLARK, RAYMOND

Thu

15:00 - 17:00

A workshop class in writing for video games and interactive fiction. Students will create short games using Twine or similar software; the ability to program is not required. In addition to the workshop, this course includes a reading list of indie games and a small in-class presentation.

Video Game Writing - Video Game Writing

CRWR 410T 2024 W Credits: 3

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12:00 - 14:00

Clark, Raymond

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12:00 - 14:00

CRWR 410U 2024 W Credits: 3

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14:00 - 16:00

Clark, Raymond

Fri

14:00 - 16:00

Writing for Lyric Forms I - LYRIC FORMS 1

CRWR 411P 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class exploring the words that accompany music in varied forms including pop, art, musical theatre, and opera.

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15:00 - 17:00

HUSSAIN, TARIQ

Wed

15:00 - 17:00

In this class students will explore the craft of songwriting through a variety of methods from participating in creative exercises to personal practice. Students will be challenged to look deeply at the work of professionals through readings, close listenings, podcasts, and to go deep within their own work as well. Students will create, share and discuss their songs with the goal of helping each other create more effective writing through the workshopping process and will be encouraged to take risks while still holding true to their artistic vision. Audio recordings are expected for submissions along with lyric sheets however technical knowledge of recording software or proficiency on an instrument—though an asset—are not required. This course will take place in real time, face-to-face in a weekly two-hour session which students are required to attend. Participation and discussion as well as maintaining an environment of support and mutual respect is key to the success of this course as students will be participating in a genre that is more performative in nature than some others, and perhaps extra challenging if students haven’t tried it before. This should not be seen as a deterrent for anyone who’s new to songwriting, however, but rather as an invitation to try something fun, exciting, and challenging.

Workshop in Literary Translation I - WK LIT TRANS I

CRWR 415Q 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in literary translation. Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

TATE, BRONWEN

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10:00 - 12:00

TATE, BRONWEN

Wed

10:00 - 12:00

In this workshop course, we’ll explore the many artistic choices involved in literary translation—involving sound, syntax, temporality, idiom, metaphor, literary context, social register, and so on—and consider what’s at stake in each. Guided by student interest and experience, we’ll explore translation challenges presented by particular linguistic and cultural contexts and specific genres. We’ll also discuss ethical questions raised by English as a language of empire that has become a global language, examine literary forms and movements that have traveled through translation, investigate the capacity and limits of machine translation, and consider our relationships to languages we use, languages we’ve learned, and heritage languages we may have lost. Students will translate and co-translate, experiment and play, research translation networks, and identify their principles and values as translators.

Prerequisite: Proficiency in a language other than English. (Proficiency here is understood as the ability to engage with the specific texture and structure of a language, not “mastery” or “fluency.”)

Note for MFA Students: While this course is taught at the undergraduate level, graduate students are reminded that they may enroll in six credits of undergraduate coursework with permission from the instructor and the graduate chair.

Writing for Television I - WRT TELEVISION 1

CRWR 416P 2023 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in writing for television.

SVENDSEN, LINDA

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13:00 - 15:00

SVENDSEN, LINDA

Wed

13:00 - 15:00

The purpose of the workshop is to create your own original half-hour TV series concept and pilot script, via three modules with peer and instructor reviewed assignments: TV series concept, pilot beat sheet (brief outline), and draft pilot script. Concurrently, your peer review reflections and contributions in the writers’ room group/s build your TV writing and editing prowess. Essentially, while you create and write a brand-new TV series, you also act and serve as story editor on other series. While the class is not prescriptive, per se, the mission of a writer’s room is to creatively and speculatively engage, to bring your years of TV-series chops to the table, to brainstorm, to ask “what if?” while always supporting the creator/writer’s vision.

The course is front-loaded with dramaturgical grids and rubrics for each assignment, readings on structure and the industry, as well as sample pilot scripts as available. The course concludes with excerpted pilot table reads with a peer cast.

Participation: critically thoughtful and constructive written feedback prior to the workshop discussion, collaboration with an in-class TV partner or group, as well as attendance contribute considerably to the grading component.

CRWR 416Q 2023 W Credits: 3

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13:00 - 15:00

SVENDSEN, LINDA

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13:00 - 15:00

Participation: thoughtful written feedback prior to the workshop discussion, collaboration with an in-class TV partner or group, as well as attendance contribute considerably to the grading component.

Writing for Television I - Writing for Television I

CRWR 416U 2024 W Credits: 3

A workshop class in writing for television. Prerequisite: Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

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12:00 - 14:00

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12:00 - 14:00

Writing Speculative Fiction - WRT SPEC FIC

CRWR 419Q 2023 W Credits: 3

Workshop-based class focused on writing speculative fiction, including fantasy, science fiction, and horror; emphasis on reading various genres and peer feedback. Restricted to Creative Writing majors.

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12:00 - 14:00

HOPKINSON, NALO

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12:00 - 14:00

Writing Speculative Fiction - Writing Speculative Fiction

CRWR 419T 2024 W Credits: 3

French, Whitney

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French, Whitney

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14:00 - 16:00

CRWR 419U 2024 W Credits: 3

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12:00 - 14:00

Hopkinson, Noelle

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12:00 - 14:00

Indigenous Writing - INDIGENOUS WRTNG

CRWR 420P 2023 W Credits: 3

Advanced study of contemporary Indigenous writing in North America across genres focusing on the production of critical and creative writing about coloniality, race, history, and identity.

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BELCOURT, BILLY-RAY

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10:00 - 12:00

This course is an investigation of trends and debates in contemporary Indigenous writing in Canada and the United States. We will study the ways Indigenous writers approach subjects such as history, colonialism, trauma, politics, identity, ethics, representation, and power; students will explore these subjects and reflect on how they relate to their own writing practices through a range of critical and creative modes and across genres.

Indigenous Writing - Indigenous Writing

CRWR 420T 2024 W Credits: 3

Advanced study of contemporary Indigenous writing in North America across genres focusing on the production of critical and creative writing about coloniality, race, history, and identity. Prerequisite: Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

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10:00 - 12:00

Belcourt, Billy-Ray

Experimental Forms - Experimental Forms

CRWR 423S 2024 S Credits: 3

Interdisciplinary perspectives on non-traditional forms of writing. Emphasis on combinations of poetry with prose, extra-literary structures, and visuals. Restricted to Majors in Creative Writing.

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