A Master's in Creative Writing: Is It Worth It?
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- čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
- Just a disclaimer: these opinions are just mine and based on my experiences and this was made to be helpful for people who may be going through similar things I was going through last year. If your opinion is different, I totally respect that. :)
IG: @wina_wonders
Hi everyone! :) I did an update to this video if any of you are interested in knowing some of my thoughts on the shift to online learning: czcams.com/video/PEvDDVfSqsI/video.html
Me: this is the only thing I’m good at and the only thing that brings me joy
My Asian parents: creative writing??? you get paid for that??? anyone can write tho???
Hahahaha a BIG MOOD
so true, but my parents would support me as long as I work hard, but I need a backup plan in case
Greek mums too
@@iibatwomanii5182 εγώ ακόμα δεν είπα στην μαμά μου ότι θέλω να εγκαταλείψω το μεταπτυχιακό που κάνω τώρα και να ασχοληθώ με την δημιουργική γραφή
@@krispi1481 εγώ δουλεύω και παράλληλα πληρώνω μαθήματα. Τους έχω πει ότι σπουδάζω κάτι άσχετο. Αλλά σκέφτομαι πολύ σοβαρά μια μέρα απλώς να φύγω και να σπουδάσω εξωτερικό αυτό που θέλω. Τι θα κάνουν; Θα έρθουν μαζί;
I'm currently 21, went to college for a year and got financially kicked in the butt so a year later here I am regrouping trying to figure out if going to college and majoring in Creative Writing will be worth it. Your video has been very helpful and insight despite the whole college thing (not many people make GOOD, informative videos), what's also a plus for me is that you're diverse. Thanks for the informative, real video ❤.
You're too sweet! I'm so sorry it's taken me a year to reply--cause goodness, what a year 2020 was. :) I'm glad that this helped you! Best of luck on all your endeavors!
I did my undergrad in Psychology too before doing my MFA (already graduated from), looking back i have both fond memories and regrets but I am glad I pursued it.
This really helps me a lot😊 I'm still in high school, yet I'm planning to take Creative Writing as a college course or anything related in Literature as I go to college. Though, I still have doubts for many are saying that you can learn it by just researching in the internet. But, I still want to pursue that course when I go to college. Thank you for this video😊❤️
Hi! I think the merit of an MFA really comes from the openness to critique by experts and your peers who are equally as serious about literature and creative writing. You can use the internet as a supplement or tool but I dont think it can necessarily substitute for everything an MFA has to offer.
i knew this girl from grad school and i must say she's as brilliant irl as she is in this video. im so glad she does vlog like this. always admired from afar. 💖
You're very smart and eloquent, I'm impressed 👏
Yess writing community is NEEDED. Gonna do my masters kn creative writing in Sept 2023 in University of Greenwich. Wish me luck!🎉
Best of luck!
Teaching is not the only thing you can do with a master's in writing. You CAN DO SO MUCH.
I absolutely agree!
Great video! I'm getting ready to begin the MFA creative writing application process and am looking for some motivation and tips. Also, love the Lydia Davis mention
I'm so glad that you found this helpful!!!! :) Good luck with your MFA application!
Seriously. This is what I really need to hear before taking my exam. I'm quite uncertain right now if I'll pursue it or not. Thanks for this!
Thank you for watching! I hope everything turned out alright. :)
Exam? Lol that sure isn't going to help your writing
I'm still thinking if I can go for creative writing Even without any writing skill because I'm just interest to learn and study creative writing.
Loved hearing about your experience and perspective, Wina!
Thank you so much! :) Glad you enjoyed it!
You're back! Welcome back!
Good to be back! :D
This is super interesting :) Nice to see you back!
Thanks Katie! :)
Yay new video. I missed you! All the best in your endeavors. Full support here friend! 😊👍😁
Thank you, Louis! :)
Do you think a non-native English speaker has ever got a shot in this field?
I mean, I do write in English, but since I've learned it as a foreign language, I can't help constantly doubting myself😥
It`s absolutely possible! One of the most famous writers from "the Canon" is Joseph Conrad, and he didn`t become fluent in English until he was in his 20s.
@@lindsaymorrison7519 Thanks for your reply.
Yeah I know about Conrad;but the thing is that for the time being I don't have the opportunity to communicate with many native speakers or any other English writers (at least until I can enter a university in an English speaking country to study creative writing;) And that is why I can't compare myself to great writers like Conrad too seriously. Not having even one permanent reader to comment on my work is what truely worries me and makes me wonder if am I even talented enough.
Do not doubt yourself, your story must be good. Write the way you want as long as you know what you are doing.
@@44238336 Thanks for the encouraging words.
I’m currently looking into schools for an MFA in Creative Writing. 💕
This was so helpful to hear. Do you have any tips on low-residency grad programs?
Many thanks, I been tryin to find out about "jobs you can get with a creative writing degree" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you ever come across - Jeyeyton Riyria Process - (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my work buddy got amazing success with it.
Hey, did you apply this year!
Jade Beth J Hey! I actually didn’t apply. So many things, good things came up. I’m still deciding on when would be a good time. Did you apply last year?
I'm so sorry for replying to this mega-late! I don't know of any low-residency grad programs in the Philippines, but there are some learning workshops that offer around a month of schooling, with a certification afterward. I hope this helped! :) Best of luck with everything!
Great discussion Wina..!! I am definitely not the age of your average viewer - I am nearing retirement age. You are definitely fortunate that you are talented and skilled enough for that scholarship.
Hahahhaha you're young at heart! :) Thank you. I know I'm lucky deffo but to be honest the university is pretty generous with grants and things for MFA. :D
Also, I forgot to add ... your discussions are just fine without editing.
If you can practice, and do something like the arts without a college degree just start practicing your craft. Don't waste thousands of dollars on a degree you don't really need.
What if you just need any Bachelor's so you can be a teacher, and so it might as well be in something where you'll get constructive feedback on your passion projects? (I am genuinely asking your opinion; I've never gone for a Bachelor's yet). What if the other majors just seem really irrelevant to anything that gives you meaning.
Thank you so much for your inspiration. Did you do undergrad or went right in a masters program?
Hi! I did my undergrad in Psychology. :)
Hey, you went to De La Salle University for MFA? I literally am thinking to flying down to the Philippines for an MFA and De La Salle looks like a good option. Tell me more about about how the program goes( how many terms in total,roughly how many classes per week and how does this program stand in comparison to what Diliman University offers
Hi! I'll make a separate video about this :) So many points to address.
Very helpful! thanks a lot Wina! :)
Hey Wina, nice knowing you. I am '86 born. After doing engineering, MBA and working at highly paid corporate, I left a highly paid job to pursue writing career. I need to do MA, or MLitt, or MSt in Creative Writing in UK preferably.
Can you help me out please. I followed you on Twitter, and dropped a message here. Please reply when you read. TIA.
Hi
Can you detail some of the options in terms of world’s most prestigious courses/universities that aspiring writers can consider? US/UK/Europe or elsewhere?
I love this video! Thanks for sharing it! New subscriber!
Thanks for watching!
thank you so much for sharing!
I want to do creative writing it’s a lot fun!
yes it is! I'd say it's definitely something worth developing and looking into. :)
This was so useful! Thank you😀
You’re welcome!
Do you know some institution that offer crash course/ diploma in creative writing? Thank you.
Great video!! Thank you!!
I LOVE YOU
Can you do a creative masters PhD if your undergrad and masters studies is in a completely different field?
Nope. Your Masters has to be related to the PhD field you’re studying but you can take a Masters that’s unrelated to your undergrad.
Hi Wina, does DLSU offer online learning for MFA CW? I heard they do but couldn't really confirm from the info in their website. I am currently based in Hanoi and I'm thinking of enrolling this year. Any leads please? Salamat sa pagsagot 😊🙏🙏 Happy New Year! 🍾
Hi! :) Yes they do! My last term of coursework was completely online.
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YESSS Day6 forever! Can't wait for the comeback this April :)
thank you! this video is very helpful!
Glad it was helpful! :) Thank you so much for watching!
@@WinaPuangco I wanna ask lang po (˃̣̣̣̣︿˂̣̣̣̣ ) Okay lang naman po, 'di ba, mag-take ng undergrad course, something related sa Creative Writing preferrably, kahit STEM po 'yung strand? A big thanks po!
@@otmjk4061 Hi! Yes, you'll just have to take additional units sa masters if hindi lit/creative writing yung under grad. :)
@@WinaPuangco Thank you so much po!!! Wala po kasi ako mapagtanungan datiㅠㅠ
hindi pa ako tapos sa undergrad and barely surviving thesis yet here i am :
hehehe go for the gold!!! 💞💕 no harm in setting future plans :) goodluck with ur studies!!!
You're so adorable lol
You’re so sweet! Thank you for watching :)
Creative Writing major Rocks
I can 🖊 F U C K.
English Edu. major Sucks
I hav to write lik a goodboy. :(
ah fuck we're in the same gen
You are a Brian. Hehe
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA does that make me conceited