Sagrado has been a pioneer in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean in offering graduate studies in creative writing. This new Master of Arts in Creative Writing aims to prepare writers with mastery of the technical structure of narrative or poetic genres, with a critical-creative perspective and an entrepreneurial attitude. This program is open to interested parties from all areas; it is not necessary to have previous studies in Literature or related disciplines.
Curriculum
Creative writing workshops and literary studies courses are integrated into the curriculum, involving the disciplines of Hispanic studies, comparative literature, and cultural studies. Students will select an area of interest, including narrative writing and poetry. The publishing industry and various alternatives for literary management and publishing are also studied. While taking the courses, students will work on their literary project with the mentoring of a published writer. The degree concludes with the submission of this project: an original manuscript.
Skills acquired
Upon completion of the Master of Arts in Creative Writing, graduates will be able to:
- Understand the traditional modes of the publishing industry as well as the emerging possibilities for creative entrepreneurship.
- Take care of the readability of your texts without sacrificing innovation and aesthetic appeal.
- Recognize the ethical and legal aspects of publishing, both in the creation of a manuscript and in its dissemination.
- Possess a frame of reference for Literary Studies, as well as the skills of analysis and theoretical understanding of the intratextual and extratextual elements of literary discourses.
- Understand the theoretical foundations of Literature and, with the ability to critically analyze and interpret, recognize the writing techniques that have traditionally corresponded to the most significant genres, works, and stylistic trends in canonical and contemporary literary production.
- Conceiving and practicing innovation as one of the foundations of the creative ingenuity of the writer's craft.
- Conceiving and practicing writing as a social product, which is part of the framework of discourses and social contexts, and therefore has the capacity to insert itself into the cultural dialogues that take place both in academia and in the artistic community.
Duration and modality
The Master of Arts in Creative Writing consists of 24 credits to be completed in four quarters (three course sessions and one period for the preparation and defense of the thesis). All courses and workshops are offered remotely with synchronous interactions.
(virtual hybrid mode).
Credits
Total courses: 10
Credits per course: 7 courses of 3 credits and 3 courses of 1 credit
Total credits: 24 credits
Sequence of courses
Looking to the future
The Creative Writing Program trains Spanish-speaking writers. The global book market's profit expectation for 2021 is $121.08 billion[1]With the growth of the publishing industry comes the need for new authors. On the other hand, basic training in Literature is offered, which paves the way for those interested in continuing doctoral studies in the area.
[1] “US Book Industry – Statistics & Facts”, The report of Statista, May 30, 2018, https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/08/
Are you interested in doing a Master's in Creative Writing?
Applying is a quick and easy process. All you need is:
- 2.75 or higher GPA in a bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited university
- Credit Transcript
- Updated resume
- purpose statement
- Writing sample (optional)
- Interview (if necessary)
