Creative Writing | Continuing Education

About the program

This program is for anyone who wants to explore their potential as a writer in a practical, constructive and goal-oriented academic environment. You will begin by reviewing the basics of writing: the structure, major concepts in aesthetic criticism, and managing the writing process. While reviewing the basics, you will have an opportunity to read examples of different genres and discuss these with a view to developing a well-rounded appreciation of quality in creative writing. You will also develop your writing style by producing works suitable for publication in your choice of venue.

Program information

All courses must be completed within 3 years of acceptance into the program.

Admission requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older.

Note re: admission requirements

Students must be able to receive instruction, respond and research in the English language.

Admission procedures

Submit a completed Conestoga College Program Application Form.
Attach proof of Admission Requirements.
Final selection is made following an assessment of the admission requirements.

Graduate opportunities

For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the Government of Canada website: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home

Program outcomes

Develop the tools to review and critique literature using a variety of critical approaches.
Develop a framework to evaluate one's own writing.
Apply the rules of English Grammar including sentence structure and stylistic conventions in writing.
Apply practical techniques for generating and organizing ideas, and sound planning procedures for writing projects.
Develop skills for the creation, development and marketing of publishable poems, romance fiction and short stories.

Program related resources

Student Academic Handbook

Program contact

OntarioLearn Team Member
OntarioLearn@conestogac.on.ca

Continuing Education

Upcoming registrations

Mark your calendar with our registration dates, so you can plan your future.

Winter registration: Opens November 4, 2024
Spring registration: Opens March 17, 2025

Disclaimer

The College reserves the right to alter information including requirements and fees and to cancel at any time a program, course, or program major or option; to change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered; to change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies in the job market or for budgetary reasons; or to withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations, over-acceptance of offers of admission, budgetary constraints, or for other such reasons. In the event the College exercises such a right, the College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to the College.

Students actively registered in cohort delivered programs who take longer than the designed program length of time to complete their studies are accountable for completing any new or additional courses that may result due to changes in the program of study. Unless otherwise stated, students registered in non-cohort delivered programs must complete the program of study within seven years of being admitted to the program.