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College of Arts and Sciences

Creative Writing Curriculum

Discover the Creative Writing minor

Creative Writing at USD is designed for students majoring in another discipline, outside of the Department of English. It complements an education in any field, such as natural sciences, engineering, social sciences and business, with an interdisciplinary approach grounded in the liberal arts. For the most updated curriculum and course information, go to the catalog of record.

18 units

Minor

Creative Writing at USD courses are taught by English department faculty. Students will study literature across genres like drama and comedy, examine the plays and poems of William Shakespeare, and create their own poetry, fiction and nonfiction writings.