English – Creative Writing (BA)
Turn your passion for storytelling into a purposeful craft. The online Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in creative writing at Arizona State University equips you with the skills and vocabulary to analyze literature and produce meaningful original work. You’ll develop your written voice while learning to give and apply feedback. Graduates are prepared for careers that value strong writing or for advanced study in creative writing and related fields.
Quick facts
Online creative writing courses
In this concentration, you’ll complete core courses required for the Bachelor of Arts in English along with specialized fiction workshops. Your creative writing courses focus on narrative craft, close reading and revision. In workshop settings, you’ll share works in progress, practice constructive critique and refine your stories with attention to elements such as voice, character and structure.
Careers this creative writing program prepares you for
Strong storytelling skills can open doors across industries. Graduates may pursue careers in writing, editing and publishing as well as publicity, social media and marketing. This degree also prepares you for teaching and for graduate study in English, creative writing, education, law or business. Employers value the writing, communication and critical thinking skills you’ll develop. Career paths include but aren’t limited to: