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Degree Requirements
In consultation with the M.F.A. adviser, each student prepares and submits a coherent program individually designed within
one of the two following frameworks:
M.F.A. in Creative Writing
ENGL 261 or 263 or 265 (16 units)
ENGL 241, 243, or 245 (8 units)
(one course in the student's focus genre and one in either of the other two genres)
ENGL 250T or 280T (12 units)
Approved electives (upper-division or graduate level courses) (12-14 units)
ENGL 299 (Thesis) (4-6 units)
Total (54 units)
Note: At least 70% (38 units) of coursework must be at graduate (200) level.
M.F.A. in Creative Writing: Emphasis in Publishing and Editing
ENGL 261 or 263 or 265 (16 units)
ENGL 241, 243, or 245 (8 units)
(one course in the student's focus genre and one in either of the other two genres)
ENGL 250T or 280T (8 units)
ENGL 286S and/or ENGL 242 (8 units)
Approved electives (upper-division or graduate level courses) (8 -10 units)
ENGL 299 (Thesis) (4-6 units)
Total (54 units)
Note: At least 70% (38 units) of coursework must be at graduate (200) level.
Specific Requirements
Thesis. The thesis for the M.F.A. in Creative Writing consists of a single book-length manuscript of fiction, a collection of
poems, or creative nonfiction that works together to make a unified body of work. The thesis committee works closely with the
student on style as well as content; it adheres to a high standard of publishable quality work. In lieu of a formal defense, the
graduating student is required to give a public reading from his or her work.
Graduate Writing Requirement. Before advancement to candidacy, the student must also satisfy the Graduate Writing Skills
Requirement. This requirement is met by submission and approval of a sample of scholarly writing. (This is distinct from the
sample of creative work required for program admission.) See English Department's Advising Booklet for more information.
Subject Examination. In addition to the general Graduate Division requirements, students are required to pass the M.F.A.
exit examination with a grade of B or above. Each student works with his or her adviser to create a reading list which will
be approved by a three member committee. The exam consists of essay questions that allow the student to demonstrate a
theoretical and critical knowledge of the craft, through using texts from his or her approved reading list.
Creative Writing, Minor
REQUIREMENTS
Creative Writing Minor
The Creative Writing Minor offers substantial training for students wishing to supplement their major area work, prepare
themselves better for graduate work, prepare for classroom teaching and other fields, or who simply have an interest in the art
of literary writing. The Creative Writing Minor requires 20 units, at least 12 of which must be upper-division units. Courses
taken as CR/NC may not apply to the minor.
Lower Division
ENGL 41, 43, or 44 (4-8 units)
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| Full Text Search | Degree Requirements In consultation with the M.F.A. adviser, each student prepares and submits a coherent program individually designed within one of the two following frameworks: M.F.A. in Creative Writing ENGL 261 or 263 or 265 (16 units) ENGL 241, 243, or 245 (8 units) (one course in the student's focus genre and one in either of the other two genres) ENGL 250T or 280T (12 units) Approved electives (upper-division or graduate level courses) (12-14 units) ENGL 299 (Thesis) (4-6 units) Total (54 units) Note: At least 70% (38 units) of coursework must be at graduate (200) level. M.F.A. in Creative Writing: Emphasis in Publishing and Editing ENGL 261 or 263 or 265 (16 units) ENGL 241, 243, or 245 (8 units) (one course in the student's focus genre and one in either of the other two genres) ENGL 250T or 280T (8 units) ENGL 286S and/or ENGL 242 (8 units) Approved electives (upper-division or graduate level courses) (8 -10 units) ENGL 299 (Thesis) (4-6 units) Total (54 units) Note: At least 70% (38 units) of coursework must be at graduate (200) level. Specific Requirements Thesis. The thesis for the M.F.A. in Creative Writing consists of a single book-length manuscript of fiction, a collection of poems, or creative nonfiction that works together to make a unified body of work. The thesis committee works closely with the student on style as well as content; it adheres to a high standard of publishable quality work. In lieu of a formal defense, the graduating student is required to give a public reading from his or her work. Graduate Writing Requirement. Before advancement to candidacy, the student must also satisfy the Graduate Writing Skills Requirement. This requirement is met by submission and approval of a sample of scholarly writing. (This is distinct from the sample of creative work required for program admission.) See English Department's Advising Booklet for more information. Subject Examination. In addition to the general Graduate Division requirements, students are required to pass the M.F.A. exit examination with a grade of B or above. Each student works with his or her adviser to create a reading list which will be approved by a three member committee. The exam consists of essay questions that allow the student to demonstrate a theoretical and critical knowledge of the craft, through using texts from his or her approved reading list. Creative Writing, Minor REQUIREMENTS Creative Writing Minor The Creative Writing Minor offers substantial training for students wishing to supplement their major area work, prepare themselves better for graduate work, prepare for classroom teaching and other fields, or who simply have an interest in the art of literary writing. The Creative Writing Minor requires 20 units, at least 12 of which must be upper-division units. Courses taken as CR/NC may not apply to the minor. Lower Division ENGL 41, 43, or 44 (4-8 units) www.fresnostate.edu California State University, Fresno 2018-2019 CATALOG | 281 |
