Bachelors of Fine Arts (Honours) (BFA) in Creative Writing

About this programme

In this cross-disciplinary and collaborative program, you will develop your individual voice and refine your writing craft, while exploring multiple art and design practices. You will explore living literary culture and art practices, delving into the craft, production, and performance of spoken, written, visual, and experimental texts across and beyond established genres. This program embraces bold creative expression, encouraging 'attitude' both on the page and in performance, as well as through other media. You will be part of a nurturing and supportive literary community that encourages the exploration of written, performance and visual expression. You will participate in and contribute to print journals, symposia, workshops, public performances, field trips and local readings, a publication fair, reading series and more. By the end of your degree, you'll complete a body of work ready for publication or exhibition to launch your career. OCAD U offers so much more than co-ops because creative careers take many forms. Our career services help you build a professional community, valuable experience and skills you need for a meaningful career. Get access to: At the end of this four-year program, you will earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree. In first year, you will take art or design studio courses based on your interest as well as: In second year and third year, you will take art, design, social science and humanities courses based on your interest as well as required creative writing courses in: