Fiction Writer Courses
A Fiction Writer creates engaging narratives in various genres, developing characters and plots while collaborating with editors and refining their craft.
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Get qualified to work as a Fiction Writer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
Duration
12 months - 3 years
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Blended, On Campus, Online
The Master of Creative Writing offers a comprehensive range of writing techniques covering multiple genres like fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and script-writing, as well as innovative forms like flash fiction and narrative journalism. It includes a significant dissertation component, where students apply their learnt techniques in an extended piece of creative work, complemented by a detailed exegesis. This course is ideal for developing diverse and stylistic writing skills.
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Duration
12 months - 3 years
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CUA40118
Duration
12 months - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online
Take your writing and editing to professional level with the CUA40118 Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing. This high-end course will teach you how work effectively in the creative industries, writing (and editing) both fiction and non-fiction material. You’ll also have the opportunity to choose electives that support your professional writing interests: storytelling, writing for children, business writing, content writing using a range of media, writing comedy, journalism, scripts, or poetr...
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12 months - 24 months
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CUA50118
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Blended, On Campus
Become a freelance writer or professional editor with the Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing (CUA50118). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to undertake writing project work, perform advanced writing and editing tasks, and develop non-fiction works for publication. The course also covers: working freelance, maintaining and applying creative arts industry knowledge, business administration skills. Enquire now for the full list of study units, writing competencies on gradua...
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Duration
6 months - 24 months
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On Campus, Online
The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing equips students with the skills to create compelling works across diverse genres for various audiences and markets. This course encourages critical thinking about the craft of writing and applying techniques in crafting both fiction and non-fiction. It also provides the opportunity to practice the art of storytelling, emphasising experimentation and innovation. Ideal for aspiring writers, this course fosters the development of creative writing skills and nurtur...
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6 months - 24 months
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A Fiction Writer is a creative professional who crafts imaginative narratives across various genres, including novels, short stories, and scripts, often aiming to engage, entertain, and provoke thought among readers. They typically develop characters, plotlines, and settings, while conducting research to ensure authenticity and depth in their storytelling.
Fiction Writers may also collaborate with editors, attend workshops, and participate in literary events, all while continuously honing their craft and seeking publication opportunities.
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