The courses listed on this VCCS website are updated on a term by term basis and reflect only those courses approved for offering during the most current term. All VCCS colleges must use, as a minimum, the standard course prefix, course number, credit value(s), and descriptions contained in this listing. At least 9 credit hours are required in creative writing in combination with other courses of the candidate’s choice. Requirements for the Creative Writing emphasis in the M.A. Completion of ENGL 22000 and ENGL 22100 are pre-requisites for Advanced Creative Writing workshops. 18 credits (six classes) of Creative Writing courses (22000 and above) and 3 credits of Literature courses at any level. Writing Workshops is for writers who want to strengthen their voice, develop a greater understanding of craft, and forge a path to publication along the way. Whether retreating at the Book House, The Cabin, or attending one of the many events and workshops held at The Writing Barn, you … The two-year degree culminates in a creative thesis. Certain creative writing workshops may be taken repeatedly for credit. We offer writing courses, seminars, and individual consultations to fiction writers, nonfiction writers, poets, and screenwriters. The creative writing emphasis is a 24 credit-hour course of study with an additional 6-hour thesis requirement. Situated on the 7.5 wooded acre homestead of author Bethany Hegedus in Austin, Texas, The Writing Barn is a book lover’s haven. Founded by award-winning Man Booker listed novelist Louise Dean, The Novelry supports writers from the twinkling of an idea through to submission to their literary agency partners. The Novelry offers online creative writing courses for the budding author keen to get a novel done.