Program Overview
The Creative Writing and Theatre at University of British Columbia is a Master of Fine Arts programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Creative Writing and Theatre programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 8,270 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,707 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Vancouver, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Creative Writing and Theatre programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Writing of Poetry
- Advanced Writing for New Media: Podcasting
- Advanced Writing for Children
- Advanced Writing of Creative Nonfiction
- Advanced Writing of Drama for Screen
- Advanced Writing of Drama for the Stage
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Potential students apply to UBC by using the Graduate Studies online application\nform. Applicants upload all required documents, including scanned copies of\nprevious university transcripts, a Statement of Intent, a literary CV and their creative\nportfolio. Applicants also enter referee names and email addresses; referees will be\ncontacted automatically by the online application system.
Our faculty select the successful applicants through a competitive reading process.\nWe usually accept less than 25% of applicants.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 8,270 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,707 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 8,270 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,707 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of British Columbia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, Canada
public research university in British Columbia, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
