Creative Writing MA

This programme offers you a range of opportunities to learn, research and workshop different approaches to creative writing and critically reflect on your practice. The course will develop your creative writing; be that in prose, poetry, life writing, creative non-fiction, script-writing for films, plays or video games or any combination of the above and more In addition, we offer industry-focused pathways: Creative Writing for Gaming focuses on script and narrative design in a variety of games (such as role playing games and video games) Creative Writing with Publishing enables students to work on book production by taking modules from our MA in Publishing. The degree has a strong focus on employability. Students get the opportunity to pitch their work to a literary agent. Plus they receive advice from experienced writers including guidance on contracts and tax, the business of publishing and how to run a workshop.

Applicants are normally required to hold a good honours degree (1st or 2:1) in any subject, or its international equivalent. Applications may be considered if you have a 2:2 honours degree and/or can demonstrate significant experience with creative writing or related industry experience or aptitude. You are expected to send a small sample of your writing, 1,000 words maximum along with your application. The university welcomes applications from every sector of society. Depending on your qualifications, experience and your writing sample, you may be invited to attend an informal interview before being offered a place. The interview provides an opportunity to discuss the course, and what will be expected of you during it.