Certificate in Professional Writing
30 course units
30 course units
This program is offered in English only.
The course offering varies from year to year, and courses may not be offered at the suggested term. You may adjust your course sequence as needed while respecting the course prerequisite(s).
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| 6 optional course units in English (ENG) at the 2000, 3000 or 4000 level |
Certificate in Creative Writing – 30 course units
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| 6 optional course units in English (ENG) at the 2000, 3000 or 4000 level |
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