Creative Writing, MA

In this creative writing master's, you will be guided by expert writers through each of the core genres of prose fiction, poetry, scriptwriting and creative non-fiction. You’ll be able to experiment with topics, styles, forms and hybrids, leading to a substantial portfolio of original creative work.

Among our innovative approaches to imaginative writing, we encourage students to explore links between texts and other disciplines, such as history, theory, politics, and cultural studies. Different writing techniques and reflective practices will help you advance your skills in textual analysis and encourage you to consider the opportunities and challenges of writing.

Creative writing graduates will be well-placed to pursue careers in writing, academia, research, journalism, publishing, teaching, and creative and heritage industries, amongst other occupations. The course also benefits practitioners in these fields who wish to advance their writing or career prospects.

A postgraduate degree in this field will allow you to embed the research training necessary for embarking on extended independent scholarship along with the delivery of subject knowledge, understanding and expertise. Graduates have the potential to pursue careers in writing, academia, research, journalism, publishing, teaching, and creative and heritage industries, amongst other occupations.

Students should have a UK undergraduate degree at 2.2 or above (or an equivalent qualification - both level and grade - from a recognised non-UK university) in a relevant discipline in humanities or social sciences subject (or non-UK equivalent). Other areas may also be considered as suitable. Applicants may be invited for an interview. Some experience of creative writing is expected. Some knowledge of literature and literary analysis would be beneficial, but it is not a requirement for entry onto the programme.