Minor in Creative Writing
The Creative Writing minor is designed for undergraduate students outside of the School of Literature, Media, and Communication interested in developing intensive writing skills and literary knowledge with an emphasis on poetry.
The program also includes study in fiction, nonfiction, memoir, and screenwriting/drama. Students will focus on creative exploration and production and develop their skills in poetry and prose through required writing classes and a literary studies class.
This minor can help prepare students who want to write for personal expression, pursue professional writing programs, or prepare for related academic and career paths.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| LMC 3234 | Creative Writing 1 | 6 |
| Select two of the following courses: | 6 | |
| Poetry and Poetics | ||
| Writing for the Stage and Screen | ||
| Poetry and Poetics II | ||
| LMC Literature Elective | 3 | |
| Introduction to Literary Studies | ||
| Studies in Fiction | ||
| Science Fiction | ||
| Major Authors | ||
| Studies in Film and Television | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | |
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Should be taken twice depending on topic
Note: This minor is not open to Literature, Media and Communication or Computational Media majors.