Embark on your journey as a writer with the Creative Writing BA at Fairleigh Dickinson University, a programme designed for aspiring authors ready to hone their craft and explore the art of storytelling. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students passionate about fiction, poetry, personal essays, and dramatic writing, offering a robust foundation in literary studies alongside intensive creative practice. You will delve into the mechanics of narrative and verse, learning to read like a writer and to develop your unique voice within a supportive academic community. This course provides the essential skills and critical perspectives needed to succeed in the literary world.
You will engage in a dynamic learning experience, studied full-time on campus over four years, blending core creative writing workshops with literature electives and advanced genre studies. The curriculum includes foundational courses like Introduction to Creative Writing and Fiction Writing, progressing to advanced workshops and a crucial Senior Writing Project in your final year. You will also have the opportunity to explore playwriting or screenwriting and potentially undertake an internship in creative writing. Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths, including publishing, editing, content creation, and further literary study.