Creative Writing I
Freestanding course
About the course
In this introduction to imaginative writing in English, students explore technical and formal aspects of creative writing through the practice of fiction, poetry, and literary nonfiction. The course emphasizes writerly craft while also providing opportunities for improved language proficiency, literary analysis, and self-expression. Native English speakers also welcomed.
Course content
The course consists of acquiring basic imaginative writing skills in the following genres:
- literary nonfiction
- fiction
- poetry
The course involves weekly assignments, and the submission of a portfolio of revised work.
The course recognizes that good reading is at the heart of good writing. Reading broadly in the genres outlined is thus emphasized.
Syllabus and course literature
You can find a list of literature in the syllabus, along with other details about the course.
Entry requirements and selection
Entry requirements
General entry requirements + English 6.
Selection
Upper secondary grades 34%, University credits completed 32%, Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test (SweSAT) 34%
Course evaluation
Malmö University provides students who participate in, or who have completed a course, with the opportunity to express their opinions and describe their experiences of the course by completing a course evaluation administered by the University. The University will compile and summarise the results of course evaluations. The University will also inform participants of the results and any decisions relating to measures taken in response to the course evaluations. The results will be made available to the students (HF 1:14).
