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Hons in Creative Writing

OCAD University

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Hons in Creative Writing at OCAD University in Toronto, Canada is a honours degree in Liberal Arts programme. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 32,000 per year (CAD 7,800 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Honours Degree
Field: Liberal Arts
Duration: 4 years
Local tuition: CAD 7,800 / year
International tuition: CAD 32,000 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: admissions.ocadu.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

Creative Writing is a four-year Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) programme at OCAD University that treats writing as a studio-based art practice. Coursework covers the craft, production and performance of spoken, written, visual and experimental texts, moving across and beyond established literary genres. Students take part in student-run journals, public readings and live performances alongside their coursework, and by the final year assemble a body of work intended for publication or exhibition. The programme sits within OCAD's wider art and design faculty, giving students access to electives and collaborations across visual art, design and digital media. Admission is based on academic transcripts, a statement of intent and a portfolio. Graduates go on to work in publishing, arts writing, editing and cultural production, or continue to graduate study in creative writing and related fields.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 70.00 / %
Admission Requirements: For Ontario high school students (OSSD or equivalent), a minimum overall average of 70% is required. Applicants must also submit official transcripts, a statement of intent and a portfolio meeting OCAD University's portfolio guidelines for the programme.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About OCAD University

“Imagination is Everything”

Type: College
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1876
Students: 4,495
Programs: 24
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Hons in Creative Writing award?

OCAD University awards a Honours Degree in the field of Liberal Arts on completion of this programme.

How long does Hons in Creative Writing take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does Hons in Creative Writing cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 32,000 per year (CAD 7,800 per year for local students).

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