- Certificate in Creative Writing at Simon Fraser University is a 1-year program.
- This program is offered on a full-time basis only.
- It is delivered on-campus.
- It consists of 42 credits.
- This certificate allows students to investigate the theory and practice of creative writing from a variety of approaches, including creative practice in poetry, fiction, and screen writing, and aspects of material production/publishing.
- Some of the courses are:
- Creative Writing I: Poetry
- Creative Writing II: Fiction
- The Structure of the Book Publishing Industry in Canada
- Magazine Media Publishing
- Writing: Theory and Practice
- Screenwriting
- Studies in the English Language
- Students will work on numerous research projects are collaborative ventures with other faculty members.
- A cumulative grade point average of 2.0 is required in the courses used for the certificate.
- The student-faculty ratio of this program is 27:1 and the class sizes are favourable for students.
- SFU is a mid-sized public research institute that provides the perfect platform for a great learning experience.
- The Research Faculty of the department have received global recognition by winning awards like the Royal Society of Canada fellows, Sloan fellowship, etc.
- The average salary goes up to 55,055 USD.
Simon Fraser University - [Sfu], Burnaby, British & Columbia - Courses & Fees
Burnaby, British & Columbia
University Public College₹3.5 L/Yr
CA$5,500 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
| Application Deadline for September Intake | May 1, 2023 | Jul 11, 2023 |
| Application Deadline for January Intake | Sep 1, 2023 | Oct 31, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 |
| Tuition Fees | ₹345345 |
| Total Fees | ₹345345 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Room And Board | ₹298566.45 |
| Food | ₹209090.7 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must be graduated with senior secondary education, with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.25.
- Students admitted directly from a bachelor's degree must complete at least 50% of the course work units required for the relevant department's master's program.
- A GPA of at least 3.0. with a minimum grade of C+.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- The student has graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent (those applying for a postgraduate program must have graduated from a university or college).
- Students completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a grade point average of 3.00 or 60% in the final years of the program.
Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit the scores (minimum 300) for a better chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Online application form: Students have to submit an online application form at the official website.
- All post-secondary transcripts: Students have to submit all official documents containing student’s grades. Thus, post-secondary transcripts refer to undergraduate, graduate, medical school, law school, or other higher education transcripts.
- Three academic or professional references: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Electronic Official transcripts: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended in PDF format.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
- A Credential evaluation report from WES Canada or ICES: If students have credentials from an institution outside of Canada or the United States, they must submit a credential evaluation report from WES Canada (course-by-course report) or ICES (comprehensive report).
- Statement of research interests: Student has to fill their interesting research work area in the application form.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
Career opportunities are:
- Writer / Author.
- Novelist.
- Publisher.
- Entrepreneur.
- Content Writer.
- Fiction Writer.
- Proof Reader.
- Creative Writer.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Variable | Yes | Aug 30, 2023 |
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