Master's Degree in
Creative Writing

RPC-SO-23-No.394-2019

The program's objective is to train writers to work, in a versatile manner, in the generation of writing projects aimed at the creation of literary works, scripts or non-fiction texts. In this area, a unique academic experience is guaranteed, since the laboratories and seminars explore the diverse possibilities of critical imagination and creative work for the improvement of the craft with the written word.

Type of Program

Professional Master's Degree

Learning Modality

Hybrid

Degree awarded

Master's degree in creative writing

  • Specialization in Literature
  • Specialization in Screenwriting
  • Specialization in Chronicle/Writing of what is Real

Admission Profile

Professionals with a Bachelor's Degree related to the literary field, the arts, education, social sciences, journalism or communication. Also, graduates in audiovisual techniques, multimedia and audiovisual production, social sciences or humanities in general.

Summary of the graduate profile

The graduate of the program is capable of working in various fields of creative writing: production of literary works, scripts and screenplays for the press, theater, radio, film or television. They will also be able to work as writers or advisors in the production of content in the fields of music, digital media, audiovisuals, among others. He/she may also work as a teacher or in the editorial field and in the communications areas of public and private institutions.

Admissions

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Semester Subjects

I  

  • Poetics and literary theory.
  • Theory and practice of nonfiction.
  • Dramaturgical structures.

II  

 

  • Theories and criticism of writing.
  • Electives:
    • Specialization in Literature: Children's and young adult literature.
    • Specialization in Chronicle / Writing of the real: Language and writing of the real.
    • Specialization in Screenwriting: Creation of audiovisual contents.
  • Writing Workshop I.

III  

  • Literature and interculturality.
  • Electives:
    • Specialization in Literature: Writing frontiers.
    • Specialization in Chronicle / Writing of the real: Research and writing of the real.
    • Specialization in Screenwriting: Character Building.
  • Writing Workshop II.

IV

  • Transfer, conversion and adaptation of discourses.
  • Electives:
    • Specialization in Literature: Writing of the self.
    • Specialization in Chronicle / Writing of the Real: Memory and Testimony.
    • Specialization in Screenwriting: Formats, structures and analysis of the screenplay.
  • Degree Workshop.
  • Monday to Friday from 18:00 to 21:00.
  • Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The program has a duration of 2 years, in which the student takes 4 semesters.

  • Tuition: $50,00
  • Fee: $4.950,00

 

Total Program $5.000,00  
No. of installment(fee) Installment Payment Date
1 $275,00 1 – 5 Octubre 2023
2 $275,00 1 – 5 Noviembre 2023
3 $275,00 1 – 5 Diciembre 2023
4 $275,00 1 – 5 Enero 2024
5 $275,00 1 – 5 Febrero 2024
6 $275,00 1 – 5 Marzo 2024
7 $275,00 1 – 5 Abril 2024
8 $275,00 1 – 5 Mayo 2024
9 $275,00 1 – 5 Junio 2024
10 $275,00 1 – 5 Julio 2024
11 $275,00 1 – 5 Agosto 2024
12 $275,00 1 – 5 Septiembre 2024
13 $275,00 1 – 5 Octubre 2024
14 $275,00 1 – 5 Noviembre 2024
15 $275,00 1 – 5 Diciembre 2024
16 $275,00 1 – 5 Enero 2025
17 $275,00 1 – 5 Febrero 2025
18 $275,00 1 – 5 Marzo 2025
  $4.950,00  

To be paid during the first 5 days of each month.

Methods of payment: bank transfer, credit card (Visa or MasterCard).

  • Submit two letters of recommendation from academics and/or professionals in the field of literature.
  • Submit a creative writing sample of your own.
  • Submit a curriculum vitae with copies of professional and educational certificates.
  • Submit a letter of motivation that explains your interests in pursuing a Master's degree.
  • Conduct an interview with the Program Committee.
  • Properly complete the admission forms for the UArtes Graduate Program within the established deadline.
  • Complete all other formalities and procedures for the payment of tuition and fees established by UArtes.

Required Documentation

  • Copies of identity card or passport in case of foreign students.
  • Copy of Bachelor's Degree obtained in Ecuador registered in the Senescyt and, in case of foreigners, the degree apostilled or legalized by consular means.

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