Creative writing
Creative writing. Express yourself with the written word.
COVID-19 update: arrangement of our courses
We are now delivering courses online and in-person. Please check the delivery format of each class before enrolling.
Please note that course materials (excluding prescribed texts) are shared electronically within 48 hours of course commencement. Printing is not available.
Whether you’re interested in writing novels, short stories, movies, poetry, science fiction or fantasy, our range of practical, innovative creative writing courses will help you explore your writing within a supportive learning environment. You’ll find out what makes a story work and how to get people to care about your characters.
A CCE writing course is a great way to flex your writing muscles and find your inner voice in a fun and focused way.
Come along to our creative writing short courses – ours are open to everyone, so enrol today and start writing your own story.
- Creative Writing Course
- Creative Writing Course: Masterclass
- Creative Writing Essentials Course
- How to Get Your Book Published Course
- Novel Writing Course
- Self-Publishing Course: Print and eBooks
- The Poetry Workshop
- Travel Writing Course I: Sun, Sea and Script
- Writing Fantasy and Science Fiction Course
- Writing the Real Course
Creative Writing Course
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<p>Designed to give you the practical skills to approach your creative writing projects with
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Tue 09 Mar 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Tue 16 Mar 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Tue 23 Mar 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Tue 30 Mar 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
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Thu 29 Apr 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 06 May 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 13 May 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 20 May 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Writing the Real Course
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<p>This writing course offers you a rich immersion in creative nonfiction, practical tuition and
...When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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Thu 18 Mar 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 25 Mar 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 01 Apr 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 08 Apr 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
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Tue 04 May 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Tue 11 May 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Tue 18 May 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Tue 25 May 2021 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Creative Writing Essentials Course
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Creative Writing”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Have you always wanted to write? Have you started a novel and are looking for some tips to get
...When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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Thu 25 Mar 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Room 204 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
Thu 01 Apr 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Room 204 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
Thu 08 Apr 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 204 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
Thu 15 Apr 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 204 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
Thu 22 Apr 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 204 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
Thu 29 Apr 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 204 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) |
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Mon 31 May 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Mon 07 Jun 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Mon 21 Jun 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Mon 28 Jun 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Mon 05 Jul 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Mon 12 Jul 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
How to Get Your Book Published Course
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Creative Writing”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Learn how to get your book published! Have you already written your book, or are currently
...When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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Sat 01 May 2021 | 9:30am - 1:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Face-to-face (Venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
The Poetry Workshop
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<p><em>Description: What a Poem Is; What a Poem is For; and How You Make One</em></p>
<p>A poem
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Fri 19 Feb 2021 | 9am - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Room 303 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) |
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<p><em>Description: What a Poem Is; What a Poem is For; and How You Make One</em></p>
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...When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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Thu 27 May 2021 | 9am - 5pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Self-Publishing Course: Print and eBooks
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Creative Writing”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Ever thought of publishing your own book? Publishing is an exciting process and can be just as
...When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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Sat 05 Jun 2021 | 9am - 5pm (UTC+10:00) | Face-to-face (Venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Novel Writing Course
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Creative Writing”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Ever thought of writing your own novel? Ever had an idea that would make a wonderful novel, but
...When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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Fri 26 Feb 2021 | 9am - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Room 204 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) |
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Creative Writing”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Ever thought of writing your own novel? Ever had an idea that would make a wonderful novel, but
...When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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Sat 10 Jul 2021 | 9am - 5pm (UTC+10:00) | Face-to-face (Venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Creative Writing Course: Masterclass
Travel Writing Course I: Sun, Sea and Script
Writing Fantasy and Science Fiction Course
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