Creative and Professional Writing

Griffith University is a young, research-led institution with campuses across South East Queensland, including Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Founded in 1975, Griffith serves around 45,000 students with a strong international community of more than 8,500 learners. The university combines high-quality teaching with a commitment to sustainability, social responsibility and practical research, offering a balanced student lifestyle near beaches, urban centres and natural reserves.

Griffith offers a wide range of programs across health, environmental science, business, creative arts and engineering, supported by modern facilities such as advanced design and manufacturing labs and clinical training centres. Its research institutes address global challenges in areas like water science, drug discovery and climate adaptation, and students benefit from industry-linked projects, placements and applied learning that enhance professional readiness and employability.

International students are supported by dedicated advisors, scholarship schemes and orientation programs that ease the transition to Australian study. On-campus accommodation options and a buddy program help build connections, while vibrant campus life and career services support internships and graduate outcomes. For students seeking an engaging, practical education in a lively coastal region, Griffith combines academic strength with strong student support and real-world opportunities.

The Creative and Professional Writing program at Griffith University is for students who want to improve their writing skills. This non-degree program takes one year to complete and helps students become better writers in various genres and formats.

The curriculum includes practical experience, where students work on real-world writing projects and collaborate with peers. Students learn about storytelling, character development, and narrative structure, and can specialize in areas like fiction, non-fiction, and digital storytelling.

Graduates can pursue careers as writers, editors, or publishers in industries like media, advertising, and education. They may also work as content creators, copywriters, or freelance writers, using the skills they acquired to adapt to the evolving creative industries landscape.