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Creative Writing and Publishing

The Creative Writing major gives you hands-on experience in writing, editing and publishing.

You’ll study the fundamentals of creative writing craft, explore your own writing style and learn the tools of the publishing industry. With a choice of electives, you can specialise in writing for youth, writing for the illustrated book, or online publication.

Career opportunities

Author, editor, publisher, educator, professional writer, journalist

Major (8)

For a major in Creative Writing and Publishing, students must successfully complete 8 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
CMN116 Communication and Thought
CMN117 Outdoor Living and Travel Skills
CMN246 Foundations of Outdoor Environmental Studies
CMN247 Introduction to Coaching Science
CMN260 Leading Groups in Outdoor Environments
CMN266 Fraser Island Expedition*

PLUS select 2 courses from:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
CMN213 Leading Coastal Environmental Studies*
CMN320 Introduction to Behavioural Health
EGL201 Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science
EGL385 Sport and Exercise Psychology

*Available to be studied online

Minor (4)

For a minor in Creative Writing and Publishing, students must successfully complete 4 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
CMN116 Physical Education Studies A
CMN117 Physical Education Studies B
CMN247 Introduction to Cybersecurity
CMN260 Introduction to Device & Network Security

*Available to be studied online