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If you have a way with words and a passion for language, then consider studying Creative Writing and Publishing. Learn to master the art of storytelling and work towards your dream career as an author, editor, freelancer, or communications strategist.

Your studies will equip you with the skills to succeed in a broad range of publishing contexts. Experiment with different genres of writing, including novels, short stories, poetry and screenwriting, with all creative outcomes being workshopped by supportive peers and enthusiastic staff.

There will be multiple opportunities for publication during your studies. You will be mentored by a team of published authors, editors and researchers who bring real-world industry experience to the classroom.

Previous USC graduates have achieved publishing success and are now recognised as award-winning Australian authors.

View the full range of Creative Industries majors and minors.

The Creative Writing and Publishing Major can be selected in the  Bachelor of Creative Industries, Bachelor of Communication, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Creative Industries, Bachelor of Arts, and select double degrees that include the Bachelor of Arts.

The Creative Writing and Publishing Minor can be selected in the Bachelor of Creative Industries, Bachelor of Communication, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Arts, and any double degree that includes the Bachelor of Arts.

Major (8)

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

CourseSemester of offer
(Sunshine Coast)
UnitsRequisites
CMN116 Midwifery in a Social Context
CMN117 Independent Study
CMN246 Research in Health Care
CMN247 Midwifery Practicum 1
CMN260 Midwifery Practicum 2
CMN266 Midwifery in a Social Context
CMN304 Research in Health Care
CMN320 Infant Care

Minor (4)

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

CourseSemester of offer
(Sunshine Coast)
UnitsRequisites
CMN116 Accounting Principles
CMN117 Exploring Business Research
CMN246 Economics for Business
CMN260 Discovering Management