| Subject | Course | Title | Credits |
| Core Course Requirements (16 credits) | |||
| Creative Writing Foundation | ENG 201 | Introduction to Creative Writing | 3 |
| Area One: Publication Practices Choose 1 course from the following: |
ENG 202 or | Creative Writing II | 3 |
| ENG 203 | Self-Publishing Workshop | ||
| Area Two: Writing Workshops Choose 2 courses from the following: |
ENG 200 or | Book Writing Workshop | 6 |
| ENG 206 or | Fiction Writing | ||
| ENG 207 or | Poetry Writing | ||
| ENG 208 or | Writing for Stage and Screen | ||
| ENG 209 or | Writing Creative Nonfiction | ||
| ENG 210 or | Writing Science Fiction, Fantasy and Surrealism | ||
| ENG 250 or | Advanced Creative Writing Workshop | ||
| ENG 299 | Topics in Creative Writing | ||
| Area Three: Publication Practices | Any LIT | Any Literature Course | 3 |
| Creative Writing Capstone | ENG 298 | Creative Writing Portfolio | 1 |
| Total Required Hours: 16 credits | |||
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Creative Writing C.S.
Creative Writing C.S.
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Total Credit Hours: 16 credits
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What Is Creative Writing C.S.?
Earning a Certificate of Specialization in creative writing provides students the opportunity to hone their skills and abilities in a variety of forms of creative writing, as well as the practices of publishing writing.
Occupational Outlook
Employment of writers and authors is projected to grow 8 percent from 2016 to 2026, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Strong competition is expected for full-time jobs because many people are attracted to this occupation.
Salary Outlook
In the state of Missouri, the median annual wage for writers and authors is $61,240.
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Exceptional performers can earn in excess of $105,710 per year.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, earnings increase significantly as a worker’s degree of education rises.
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