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Creative Writing Courses

Creative writing courses can help you learn narrative structure, character development, dialogue crafting, and the art of revision. You can build skills in creating vivid imagery, developing unique voices, and exploring various genres such as fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. Many courses introduce tools like writing software, editing applications, and platforms for sharing your work, which can enhance your writing process and help you connect with a broader audience.


Popular Creative Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Northwestern University

    Engagement & Nurture Marketing Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Content Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Strategic Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Target Market, Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement, Content Creation, Multimedia, Writing

    4.8
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    Comprendre la France, Advanced French Language & Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, European History, Language Learning, Culture, Vocabulary, Political Sciences, World History, Oral Expression, International Relations, Writing, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Art History, Science and Research, Cinematography

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    154 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Arranging for Songwriters

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music Performance, Music, Instrumental Music, Media Production, Writing, Creativity

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    A Voice of Their Own. Women's Spirituality in the Middle Ages.

    Skills you'll gain: European History, Writing, Music History, Cultural Diversity

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    112 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    What is news?

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, Driving engagement, Electronic Media, Content Creation, Storytelling, Multimedia, Blogs, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    中国哲学经典著作导读

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Culture, Ancient History, Political Sciences, Writing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    276 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Age of Jefferson

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Social Justice, Public History, Social Studies, World History, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Advocacy, Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    461 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Effectively delivering the news to your audience

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Multimedia, Media and Communications, Storytelling, Content Creation, Report Writing, Driving engagement, Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Writing, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Redacción de documentos empresariales de gran impacto

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Concision, Proofreading, Business Correspondence, Report Writing, Writing, Business Communication, Proposal Writing, Editing, Grammar, Target Audience, Professionalism

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National University of Singapore

    Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Presentations, Survey Creation, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Verbal Communication Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications, Business Writing, Business Communication, Public Speaking, Organizational Structure, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, Social Skills, Professional Development, Writing

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Getting Started with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Computer Literacy, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Writing, Business Writing, Document Management, Editing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Fundamentos de la escritura académica

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing, Literacy, Proofreading, Editing, Language Competency

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular creative writing courses

  • Engagement & Nurture Marketing Strategies: Northwestern University
  • Comprendre la France, Advanced French Language & Culture : École Polytechnique
  • Arranging for Songwriters: Berklee
  • A Voice of Their Own. Women's Spirituality in the Middle Ages.: Universitat de Barcelona
  • What is news? : Michigan State University
  • 中国哲学经典著作导读: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • Age of Jefferson: University of Virginia
  • Effectively delivering the news to your audience: Michigan State University
  • Redacción de documentos empresariales de gran impacto: University of California, Irvine
  • Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace: National University of Singapore

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