How to apply
Applicants must submit:
- a portfolio
- 10-15 pages of poetry or 20-30 pages of playwriting, screenwriting, fiction, creative non-fiction, or interactive narrative writing.
- 10-15 pages of poetry or 20-30 pages of playwriting, screenwriting, fiction, creative non-fiction, or interactive narrative writing.
- a 500-word letter of intent which includes
- a brief description of your writing background
- what you hope to accomplish in the program
- a description of the project and the genre you want to work on
- a paragraph regarding your interest in learning how to teach and gain experience via a teaching assistantship.
- a curriculum vitae that includes relevant professional/writing experience.
- two references and their email contacts:
- your references should be able to give an assessment of your talent as a writer, academic standing, critical ability, capacity for doing self-directed work and teaching potential
- references will be contacted by email to upload their recommendations and should endeavour to submit by December 31.
Please note: Applicants do not need to obtain a supervisor beforehand. Offers of acceptance will be sent out once all applications have been reviewed.
Format
Submissions in poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction must have a minimum 1.5 line spacing. Submissions in playwriting and screenwriting should follow industry-standard formats.
Application and guidelines
Prospective students apply directly through the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of Victoria. Applications and guidelines are here.
Deadline for applications: November 30.