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University of Cambridge: Teaching Creative Writing
| Institution | University of Cambridge |
|---|---|
| Department | Professional and Continuing Education |
| Web | https://www.cam.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
Calling writers who teach, teachers who write, and those interested in applying creative writing (or its theory) within their professional field.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching Creative Writing consists of 3 modules, each focusing on a different area of teaching creative writing. By the end of the course, you’ll have developed:
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an enhanced knowledge of relevant existing pedagogical theory
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new practical skills for teaching, assessment and planning
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reflective awareness and innovation in your own teaching practice
The course is aimed at:
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published writers who wish to teach or offer writing workshops
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existing creative writing tutors who want to improve or develop a more cohesive and defined pedagogy
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graduates of postgraduate creative writing courses who wish to become teachers of creative writing
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healthcare or industry professionals who wish to offer creative writing classes
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qualified teachers interested in exploring the theory of teaching creative writing or who include creative exercises as part of their teaching of core subjects, such as history or English
The programme aims to enable participants to:
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develop their skills as a teacher of creative writing and strategies for their intended teaching contexts
-
develop and/or extend their knowledge of the theories and practices of the teaching of creative writing
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develop their repertoire of teaching, course design and assessment methods appropriate to creative writing in their context
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develop a reflexive and critical awareness of their own teaching practice and to transmit what they have learned from their own experience of being a writer into a classroom setting
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We welcome applications from students with a variety of backgrounds and professional experiences. As part of our admissions process, you’ll need to meet certain requirements and make sure you’re able to attend teaching sessions in the UK. Typically, we expect a good UK undergraduate degree, such as a 2.1, or international equivalent. If your degree is not from the UK, check international qualifications on the University’s postgraduate site to find the equivalent in your country. |
| Location | Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN |
Fees
| England | 5406 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 5406 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 5406 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 5406 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 10812 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Calling writers who teach, teachers who write, and those interested in applying creative writing (or its theory) within their professional field.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching Creative Writing consists of 3 modules, each focusing on a different area of teaching creative writing. By the end of the course, you’ll have developed:
-
an enhanced knowledge of relevant existing pedagogical theory
-
new practical skills for teaching, assessment and planning
-
reflective awareness and innovation in your own teaching practice
The course is aimed at:
-
published writers who wish to teach or offer writing workshops
-
existing creative writing tutors who want to improve or develop a more cohesive and defined pedagogy
-
graduates of postgraduate creative writing courses who wish to become teachers of creative writing
-
healthcare or industry professionals who wish to offer creative writing classes
-
qualified teachers interested in exploring the theory of teaching creative writing or who include creative exercises as part of their teaching of core subjects, such as history or English
The programme aims to enable participants to:
-
develop their skills as a teacher of creative writing and strategies for their intended teaching contexts
-
develop and/or extend their knowledge of the theories and practices of the teaching of creative writing
-
develop their repertoire of teaching, course design and assessment methods appropriate to creative writing in their context
-
develop a reflexive and critical awareness of their own teaching practice and to transmit what they have learned from their own experience of being a writer into a classroom setting
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We welcome applications from students with a variety of backgrounds and professional experiences. As part of our admissions process, you’ll need to meet certain requirements and make sure you’re able to attend teaching sessions in the UK. Typically, we expect a good UK undergraduate degree, such as a 2.1, or international equivalent. If your degree is not from the UK, check international qualifications on the University’s postgraduate site to find the equivalent in your country. |
| Location | Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN |
Fees
| England | 5406 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 5406 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 5406 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 5406 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 10812 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Calling writers who teach, teachers who write, and those interested in applying creative writing (or its theory) within their professional field !
The Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching Creative Writing is structured around 3 modules that are designed with a focus on a different area of teaching creative writing. By the end of the course you will have an enhanced knowledge of relevant existing pedagogical theory, acquired new practical skills for teaching, assessment and planning and you will have developed reflective awareness and innovation in your own teaching practice.
Course delivery: We plan to deliver our postgraduate and MSt qualifications in-person in the academic year 2023-24. Please note that this will be reviewed in line with the latest public health guidance available at the time. If required, to ensure the health and safety of students, we may look to utilise alternative teaching formats and will contact students if we expect changes to the course delivery.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|
Fees
| England | 4750 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 4750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4750 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 7875 GBP for Year 1 |
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