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MA Creative Writing

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Course Overview

Where better to take your writing to the next level than the home city of literary greats like Charles Dickens and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle?

On this MA Creative Writing degree course, you'll study the genres that inspire you the most – from poetry and historical fiction, to screenwriting and crime – as well as genres you may not have explored, taking your writing in new directions.

You'll spend plenty of time writing and reviewing work and benefit from the help and experience of our expert lecturers. You'll develop the confidence to become a better writer by learning to critique your own work, and that of your peers. There's even the chance to take up a placement at a famous literary magazine.

If you're imaginative, ambitious, and ready to devote yourself to improving your writing, it's time to take your studies to the next level with us. This Master's in creative writing will give you the tools you need for a successful career as a writer, or in fields such as publishing, media, and education.

General Eligibility

A good honours degree in a related subject. Equivalent qualifications and/or notable experience as a creative writer will also be considered.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each component).

Programme Information
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Course Category

Media and Journalism

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Campus Name

Guildhall Campus

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Course Level

Postgraduate

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Duration

Full-Time, 1 year, Part-time, 2 years

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Available Intake

September

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IELTS Score

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Tuition Fees Range

7800,

17200, (INT)

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