Looking to take your creative writing skills to the next level. Perth has amazing creative writing courses year-round, and we’re sharing them with you! If you’re looking to be a part of one of the most in-demand creative industries or really just brush up your written communication skills, some of these courses are the best options for you.
Have you always wanted to write a fiction series, or wanted to write your own autobiography? Do you like writing about topics like foreign languages, travel, beauty therapy, graphic design, interior design, business, commercial cookery, the music industry, mental health, visual arts, metal fabrication, construction, engineering, disability services, speech building, cyber security, information technology, or anything under the sun?
What ever topic you love to write about, you’re not alone. Many people share the same aspiration, but are either intimidated by the whole idea of it or don’t know where to start.
The good news is you don’t need to be an advanced diploma to become a writer. In this article we will show you that it is indeed to achieve your writing goals, with the right writing courses.
The writing courses selected in our article are all short courses. We chose to do so on purpose. We had a hunch that the vast majority reading this article would be people with busy day jobs. For such people, a short course is more sustainable than a full-on degree!
The study method for the courses below is varied and the best option for you will vary based on your current skill set. Some follow the online course format of class delivery where you have to fulfill an online course content. Others are physical courses, where you have to attend current classes at a specific location agreed upon earlier. We recommend these, especially for international students. It’s a great way to meet new people and to really get a feel for the city! On the same note, the courses with physical locations are located not just in Perth city, but in East Perth and other parts of western Australia.
So if you want to be a professional writer, some of these amazing programs will help you improve your writing skills so you can be ready for better career opportunities.
With that out of the way, here are the eight most exciting creative writing workshops in Perth! Take a look.
1. Australian Writers’ Centre
If you’re looking to take your writing game to the next level, or simply want to be a proficient writer, few institutions will help you as well as the Australian Writers’ Centre will. Australia Writers’ Centre is extremely popular. Their online reviews will corroborate that statement! They’re loved for their affordability, quality and accessibility.
The centre has a writing course for everyone i.e the freelance writer, the business writer, the short story writer e.t.c. We can’t list all their courses here. Visit their website to access a full list of their courses, and to view course information. They have both physical and online courses too. We are pretty sure that Australia Writer’s Centre will turn out to be a great bet for you. Try it.
Address: Wembley Hotel 344 Cambridge Street Wembley WA 6014
Phone Number: (02) 9929 0088
Website: writerscentre.com.au
2. The Writers Studio
Like the Australian Writers’ Centre, The Writers Studio is also among the most reputable writing course provider in the country. This institution’s foundation studies have been successfully training writers for more than twenty-five years now, many of who have become highly successful career writers.
The Writers Studio offers a healthy suite of online courses for the Perth creative writer including unlocking creativity online, unlocking creativity zoom, short story courses, novel and script first draft and beyond the first draft. And because their classes are online, you pay lower fees that face-to-face classes in a physical building or campus generally. Go to their website linked above to view details for all four of their online courses.
Phone Number: (02) 9386 4994
Website: writerstudio.com.au/about-us/
3. Sharing Your Story By Evolve Events And Training
Evolve Events And Training is a master at developing events and training sessions and courses in a wide array of subjects. They are offering an amazing creative writing course, specifically for those who want to write their autobiography.
This one will be a one day course and will be available on the 23rd of September. The price for individuals is $185. Government and corporate entities will be charged $285 and concession cardholders will be charged $125. Those on scholarship will only pay $35. They are currently offering partial face to face classes on Governance and Leadership, Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion, Mental Health and Wellbeing, and Community and Healthcare as well.
Address: Suite 9, 150 Hay Street Subiaco 6008
Phone Number: (08) 6117 5520
Website: evolvevents.com.au
4. Start Writing Your Life Story By Rhuwina Griffiths
Starting from the fourteenth of July, Rhuwina Griffiths offered the public a short writing course entitled: Start Writing Your Life Story. The course looks to help budding authors to make their stories more interesting. Through analysing how world-renowned authors hook their audience, Rhuwina Griffiths will guide you and your course-mates on the tools needed to do so. Move fast, there are only 10 places available as of the date of this article’s publishing. Don’t miss out!
Phone Number: (04) 66 967 489
Website: thisisyourlifestory.com
5. KSP Writers Centre
KSP Writers Centre understands that a successful writer needs to understand copyright just as well as they understand figures of speech. To that end, they are inviting to a workshop course entitled: “So You Want to … Cope with Copyright. The workshop will be hosted by the Wild Weeds Press.
Booking will be done online via eventbrite.com.au. Tickets go for 22.19 to 27.46 dollars. Visit the website to learn more.
Address: KSP Writers’ Centre 11 Old York Road Greenmount Perth, WA 6056
Australia
Phone Number: (08) 9294 1872
Website: kspwriterscentre.com
6. Creative Corners Writing Club
If you’re looking for a consistent writers workshop, then Creative Corner Writing Club is one to consider. Creative Writing Club meets weekly Wednesday afternoon. Any topic touching on creative writing is fair game. And it’s free!
Address: Coolbellup Public Library, 90 Cordelia Avenue, Coolbellup, WA 6163 Australia
Website: cockburnlibraries.com.au
7. Writers’ Workshop By City Of Bayswater Libraries
City of Bayswater Libraries has ongoing monthly Writers’ Workshops made possible by Bruce Russel, a local author. Perth training centre holds free workshops too. This program is perfect for creative writers who don’t have the budget for skill development.
Address: Maylands Public Library 28 Eighth Avenue Maylands, WA 6051 Australia
Website: bayswater.wa.gov.au
8. North Metropolitan TAFE
Why North Metropolitan TAFE? Well, I believe that it should always be the first place to look for courses. This institution has one of the most diverse lists of available short courses in the city. And because of their partnerships, they have quite a number of community services. They also offer certification i.e certificate ii, certificate iii, certificate iv e.t.c. Chances are that your creative writing course has just gone on offer. Move fast though, their courses fill up fast.
Address: Locked Bag 6, Northbridge WA 6865, Australia
Phone Number: (01) 300 300 822
Website: northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au
Other Options
If you’re looking for more options, here are some great schools that have amazing creative writing programs for young writers and emerging writers:
- Edith Cowan University
- Curtin University
Conclusion
The job outcomes of an amazing writer has grown tremendously over time. And general education is no longer needed to get a role as a content writer. So if you’re looking for a rewarding career, some of these courses can help you get there upon successful completion.
We are eager to know which workshop or course you chose and how it went for you. On a similar note, if you know of or are hosting a writing course in Perth, you may comment below to alert your fellow Perth residents. Cheers!
