Introduction to Creative Writing (All Majors)

Fall 2025 > Humanities & Social Sciences > ENGL.2381 > 082

Course No: ENGL.2381-082; SIS Class Nbr: 13006; SIS Term: 3510
Course Status: Open

Course Description

This course is an introductory level workshop in creative writing. Students will read and discuss works of poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction by established writers, and practice craft in all three genres through short exercises and assignments. Students will have an opportunity to workshop their creative work, and critique peer works. Class time will e divided between brief lectures on specific aspects of writing, craft techniques, group discussions of assigned reading, in-class writing exercises, and discussion of student writing assignments. This course is open to all majors.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

• Prerequisites: ENGL.1010 College Writing I.
• Core Codes: AH
• Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
• Instructor: Andrew Johnson
• UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

• Online Course
• 2025 Fall: Oct 27 to Dec 20
• Course Level: Undergraduate
• Tuition: $1155
• Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

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