During this trying time, UC San Diego Extension remains committed to helping you achieve your goals. In an effort to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, we have transitioned all of our spring and summer courses to an online or hybrid format. Hybrid classes are fully online with live virtual class meetings each week using our Zoom conferencing system. Online classes will have pre-recorded lectures each week and guided assignments from the instructor.
The Professional Certificate in Creative Writing is designed to provide you with the skills necessary to write in a variety of creative writing genres. You will learn core creative writing skills and choose from a selection of electives in the areas of Fiction, Creative Non-Fiction, Stage & Screenwriting, Children’s Writing, Poetry, and/or The Business of Writing in order to develop more specific skills. You’ll also benefit from a structured course of study and have the opportunity to earn a certificate whether you rely on these courses as a means to explore personal interests, pursue professional growth, or career goals.
Early enrollment discount available. Cost does not include textbooks or parking.
Varies by student and courses taken per quarter.
For further information about this program, please enroll in the online on-demand Creative Writing Information Session.. Questions about our classes or certificates? Contact our department at 858-534-5760 or ahl@ucsd.edu.
There will be a $95 fee upon acceptance into the program
From the 'Apply Now' button, login to your student account, complete the online application, and pay the application fee if applicable. It is preferable that you create an account before proceeding if you have not already done so.
Candidates are encouraged to apply in the certificate program as early as possible to take advantage of program benefits. See Certificate FAQs for more information.
Arts, Humanities, Languages & Digital Arts. Call 858-534-5760 or Email: ahl@ucsd.edu
Students should have a native level of fluency in English and be able to write clear, logical and grammatically-correct sentences.
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