FAQ

How do I sign-up for one of the Certificate/diploma in Writing?

Please email writing@uwo.ca or visit the main office in Lawson Hall 3270 with your student number and we will have the Certificate added to your record.

how do i sign-up for the minor in writing studies/creative writing?

Please contact your home academic counsellor and he/she will have the minor added for you.

what is the process to be approved to take a 2200-level writing course without the prerequisite course?

We will be considering requests for Special Permission to take 2200 level Writing courses without the prerequisites for the academic year 2012-2013 beginning Monday, August 27th.  The procedure is as follows:

Contact the Undergraduate Program Director, Mr. Brock Eayrs, on or after Monday, August 27th and schedule an interview with him.  Bring to the interview a minimum of 3 academic essays, complete with comments and grades.  These will be assessed during the interview, and a decision made.

Your academic writing must meet the following standard:  is it at a level which would earn a grade of 65 or better in a 2100 level Writing course.   This standard applies to all 2200 level courses Special Permissions, including those for "Creative Writing" courses.  Please note that a Special Permission does not guarantee you a place in the course: that is subject to then-current enrolment.