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    MA 2 years part-time – online

Course Description

Develop an array of transferable skills on our MA Creative Writing course. Throughout your studies, we’ll encourage you to reflect on your own practice, explore the fundamental duty of the writer, and guide you in honing your creative identity. 

Unlike other courses, we place a special emphasis on the ethical and environmental aspects of creative writing. You’ll develop the unique ability to combine the art of storytelling with a deep commitment to environmental consciousness. As a graduate, you’ll stand out because you can harness your discipline to respond to the climate crisis and drive positive change in the world. 

By looking at a vast spectrum of literary genres and theoretical approaches, you’ll cultivate a holistic understanding of your craft. Coupled with a broad range of real-world insights into the contemporary publishing industry, you’ll be set to succeed as a published professional writer.  

Entry Requirements

We encourage applications from students with a broad range of qualifications and we welcome students from all educational backgrounds. We’ll take into account the knowledge and skills that you have developed outside the classroom, as well as your previous qualifications.

There are two different routes to entry: the standard  and non-standard  routes. Admissions staff will assess entries to determine which route is appropriate for you when you apply.

Standard Route

You'll usually have BA (Hons) Degree graded at 2.2 or above, or an equivalent UK or international qualification in creative writing or the following related subjects: English literature, English language, screenwriting, journalism, writing for games, business writing, or any humanities subject.

Non-standard Route

If you don’t have the standard academic qualifications, you could still be considered for entry if there’s sufficient evidence to indicate that you can fulfil the objectives of the course of study and achieve the standard of the final award. An example of this would be to showcase a portfolio of work as requested by the admissions team.

We also welcome applications from anyone with other qualifications or work experience that demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills to study at postgraduate level.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

Depending on where you live, there may be support available to help finance your education.

Student Destinations

Here are just a few of the options you could pursue as an MA Creative Writing graduate: 

  • Freelance writer or author
  • Scriptwriter
  • Video game writer
  • Newspaper journalist
  • Copywriter or proofreader

Module Details

  • The Writer as Researcher (15 credits)
  • The Craft of the Writer (15 credits)
  • The Writer in the World (15 credits)
  • Im/Possible Worlds (15 credits)
  • Writing in the Anthropocene (15 credits)
  • Publishing in the 21st Century (15 credits)
  • Advanced Poetics (15 credits)
  • Transmedia Storytelling (15 credits)
  • The Proposal (15 credits)
  • Major Project (45 credits)

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