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Graduate Diploma in Creative Writing

Graduate Diploma.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This graduate diploma helps you build advanced skills in creative writing through a rigorous, supportive workshop environment. You’ll develop craft across forms such as fiction, nonfiction, poetry and life writing, while strengthening your ability to structure, edit and critically read like a writer. The course also connects you with Sydney’s literary community through readings, events and visiting writers in a Graduate Diploma in creative writing. The programme delivers postgraduate depth in theory, applied practice, and professional standards for specialist career progression.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue writing and editing pathways in creative and professional contexts. Typical outcomes include developing a portfolio for publication, progressing toward roles such as writer/author, poet, nonfiction or feature writer, editor or content creator, and contributing to literary and arts organisations. The course also supports those seeking to build a sustained professional writing practice via a Graduate Diploma focused on creative writing. Preparing graduates for advanced professional, specialist, and leadership roles in the discipline.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$51,300 per year

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CSP: A$17,399
Full Fee Paying: A$32,000

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Information

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1 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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GNCREAWR2000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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