The creative writing minor provides students advanced training in specific genres of writing, such as poetry, fiction and creative nonfiction. Courses include creative writing classes and upper-level English classes, for a well-rounded introduction to the field of creative writing. This minor is especially beneficial to students with primary studies in theater and dance, media arts, marketing, public relations and journalism, among other fields.  

Minor Requirements (18 Hours)

Course List

Course	Title	Credits
Required Courses
One 200-level ENGL course		3
ENGL 360	Creative Writing	3
Select two of the following 400-level regular or advanced creative writing courses:		6
ENGL 460	Advanced Writing
ENGL 464	Poetry Workshop
ENGL 465	Fiction Workshop
ENGL 469	Creative Nonfiction
ENGL 491	Advanced Poetry Workshop
ENGL 492	Advanced Fiction Workshop
ENGL 493	Advanced Creative Non-Fiction
Select one of the following advanced creative writing courses:		3
ENGL 491	Advanced Poetry Workshop
ENGL 492	Advanced Fiction Workshop
ENGL 493	Advanced Creative Non-Fiction
One elective (one 300-500 level ENGL course)		3
Total Credit Hours		18