The Diploma in Creative Writing in English is ideal for aspiring authors, poets, journalists, bloggers, content creators, and media professionals seeking to elevate their writing craft.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned writer, this course sharpens your expressive abilities, hones your storytelling skills, and builds your creative confidence. If you're passionate about words and storytelling, this Creative Writing in English diploma will help turn that passion into a career.
The Diploma in Creative Writing in English (DCWE) is a well-rounded program designed to nurture and polish your creative instincts and writing ability. This Diploma in Creative Writing in English from Symbiosis equips learners with the skills to write effectively across various genres, including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, memoirs, screenplays, and more.
Beyond creative writing, the curriculum introduces learners to fields such as journalism, advertising, public relations, professional writing, and publishing. It opens doors to multiple career paths, giving a broader perspective on communication and content creation.
This diploma in Creative English Writing empowers you to articulate your thoughts with clarity, imagination, and purpose.
Learners of the Diploma in Creative English Writing will be able to:
Gain hands-on experience in different genres such as poetry, fiction, memoirs, and media writing.
Strengthen their creative expression and storytelling techniques.
Explain the fundamentals of media, publishing, and communication industries.
Learn how to present content creatively for different audiences and platforms.
Develop imaginative thinking and writing across diverse formats such as short stories, poetry, and scripts.
Strengthen foundational skills in grammar, narrative construction, and stylistic finesse.
Provide exposure to journalism, advertising, corporate communications, and publishing industries.
Prepare learners for real-world writing roles with relevant tools and practice-oriented assignments.
Encourage analysis of works by renowned writers to inspire quality and originality in writing.
Equip learners with skills to excel in both creative and commercial content roles across industries.
Looking to enroll in an online Diploma in Creative Writing in English from Symbiosis? You must be:
XII Standard pass-out with minimum 50% marks in English.
Diploma holder / Bachelor's Degree Holder / Graduate in any discipline from a recognised University (with English as a subject, passed with 50% or completed Diploma / Bachelor's Degree / Graduation in English medium).
International / SAARC Graduate from a recognised/accredited University / Institution.
Students who have appeared for the final year of examination of their bachelor's degree program and are awaiting results can also apply, subject to successfully completing their bachelor's degree program/graduation within the time period specified by SCDL.
Diploma in Creative Writing in English: Eligibility applies to both fresh graduates and professionals with relevant experience.
A Degree Equivalence Certificate issued by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) is mandatory for applicants who have completed their education from any foreign (out of India) school, college, university, or institute.
Program Duration: 1 Year
Registration Period Validity: 2 Academic Years
This flexibility makes it one of the most practical online Diplomas in Creative Writing in English in India.
The Expressive Self
Experiencing the Word
Creative Lives
Sources of Creativity
Preparatory Practices
Introduction to Creative Forms of Writing
Journalist
Public Relations Specialist
Advertising Copywriter
Corporate Communications Manager
Content Writer
Editor
Social Media Manager
Marketing Communications Specialist
Technical Writer
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Exam fee is not included in program fee.
At Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning, this Diploma hones your writing skills across genres—fiction, poetry, and non-fiction. We prepare you for creative roles in content writing, publishing, and media with a strong foundation in literary expression.
At the end of the program, you will receive a Diploma in Creative Writing in English from Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning— A certificate of excellence recognised across industries.
If you're seeking a Diploma in Creative Writing in English with real-world relevance, unmatched flexibility, and global credibility, the DCWE course from Symbiosis is your best bet.
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The application form fee for all applicants is: ₹ 1200/-
Note: Application fee is non-refundable.
Total Program Fee: ₹ 52,000/-
General: ₹ 31,000 + ₹ 21,000
Defence: ₹ 30,000 + ₹20,000
International: ₹ 67,000 + ₹ 45,000
SAARC: ₹ 51,000 + ₹ 34,000
1. Pay first instalment or one-time full fee immediately after grant of admission.
2. Pay second instalment within 45 days of payment of first instalment or on or before the last date to pay full fee, whichever is earlier, as per policy.
Pay Full Fee in One Instalment On-the-Spot and Avail ₹5,000/- to ₹17,000/- Off
(Discount amount is subject to the admission category applied).
General: ₹ 47,000
Defence: ₹ 45,000
International: ₹ 98,000
SAARC: ₹ 72,000
Easy EMI – Starting from 6000/month
Education loan available with easy EMI options for 6, 9, and 12 months, starting from just ₹6,000 to ₹9,000 per month.
Paying complete course fee immediately, will make all benefits of the program immediately available as per admission policy.
Installment option closes 15 days before the last specified date of admission.
Exam fee & Project fee is not included in program fee and has to be paid separately.
Pay exam fee per paper per attempt. Exam fees or project fee is non-refundable & non-transferable.
Online: Pay application form fee, program fee & all exam fees online. OR
Demand Draft: Pay program & all exam fees via Demand Draft (DD) drawn in favour of “The Director SCDL, Pune” payable at Pune.
(Note: SCDL does not accept any fee in cash.)