Dr. David Barrick

Professor

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Biography

David Barrick is a faculty member in the Department of English and Writing Studies at Western University. He specializes in poetry and poetics, fiction, song lyric writing, literary community publishing, contemporary Canadian literature, professional communication, and healthcare communication. His teaching includes courses such as Introduction to Song Lyric Writing, Introduction to Poetry, Fundamentals of Creative Writing, and Expository Writing. His work combines passion for the written word with an emphasis on practical application in various fields, helping students refine their writing skills across both creative and professional domains.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

Western University • London, Ontario, Canada

Teaching a variety of courses in creative and professional writing while conducting research in English and Writing Studies.

Courses

WRIT3402: Introduction Song Lyric Writing WRIT2292: Introduction Poetry WRIT2211: Fundamentals Creative Writing WRIT1000: Writers’ Studio WRIT1030: Writing Professional Success Nursing WRIT2111: Introduction Professional Writing WRIT2209: Visual Information Packaging WRIT2101: Expository Writing

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.