Program Overview
The Literature and Creative Writing at Western Sydney University is a MA programme in Humanities over 18 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 humanities. 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 Literature and Creative Writing programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 24,280 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Sydney, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Literature and Creative Writing programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Applied Methods in Literary Studies and Creative Writing
- Graduate Certificate in Literature and Creative Writing
- Applied Practice in Literary Studies and Creative Writing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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Have a minimum of five years full time equivalent work or creative practice experience in writing or creative and performing arts or in an industry position related to writing or the creative and performing arts.
Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience MUST support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 24,280 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 24,280 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Western Sydney University 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 Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University
Richmond, Australia
Western Sydney University, formerly theUniversity of Western Sydney, is an Australian multi-campuspublicresearch universityin theGreater Westernregion ofSydney,New South Wales, Australia.
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 18 months
