FAQs
Are there prerequisites for Creative Writing 1100?
Yes, a B in English.
I didn't get a B. Will the instructor still let me in?
It depends. Ask an instructor's permission to submit a portfolio of writing, then let her or him decide.
What are the prerequisites to take Creative Writing 1110?
A minimum of C+ in Creative Writing 1100.
Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University offer a BA or BFA program in Creative Writing?
Yes. Our B.A. Major degree was approved in January 2010 by the Ministry of Advanced Education. In September 2011, we will be able to move from offering a BA Minor in Creative Writing to the full program.
When will the New Media stream start?
The first course will be offered in January 2012.
What is the average age of your students?
The majority of our daytime students are 19 to 25, and evening students tend to be a little older. We welcome students of all ages. We are also starting to see students who already have degrees who want to take Kwantlen writing courses in order to get portfolios of work in three genres so they can apply to graduate school.
How many of your courses are offered online?
A great number. Please see the calendar. (Click on "C" on the yellow bar at the top or scroll down.) The offerings are numerous and change.The upper level courses are offered in rotation and will mainly be online, with some mixed mode courses.
When will students who already have a BA Minor in Creative Writing from Kwantlen be able to return for the 4200 level courses?
These courses start in January 2012. Initially they will have to be run as Directed Studies until numbers warrant an entire class.
What do I do if I want to add either a minor or another major to my BA in Creative Writing? Students wanting double-majors or a major with a minor should make an appointment with one of the BA Degree Advisors at BAAdvisor@kwantlen.ca. It can be done, but you want to plan it out properly to avoid a delay in graduation.
What do I do if I already have a Master's Degree and Kwantlen Admissions tells me I don't meet the requirement in English?Get in touch with the Chair or the Faculty Advisor for the department; Zoe.Landale@Kwantlen.ca or Billeh.Nickerson@Kwantlen.ca
