Master of Arts in Literature and Creative Writing

About the course

This Master of Arts in Literature and Creative Writing links creative writing practice with critical and scholarly approaches to literature and related arts. You can develop a substantial creative or research project, with opportunities to work across forms such as writing, performance, film, music or visual art. Taught through Western’s Writing and Research Centre, it combines practice-led research with research-led practice. This is a Masters coursework degree in Arts & Humanities.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers where advanced writing, analysis and cultural knowledge are valued. Typical pathways include creative writing and authorship, publishing and editorial work, cultural and literary analysis, arts administration, and communications roles across media, education and cultural organisations. The course supports professional practice alongside scholarly capability, preparing you to contribute to contemporary literary and creative industries. This is a Masters coursework degree in Arts & Humanities.

Living Costs in Parramatta**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,174 - 2,875	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,562 - 2,066
Transportation (Daily) A$ 8 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)