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MA Creative Writing

Edge Hill University

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Edge Hill University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

What does it take to be a professional writer in the twenty-first century? As a writer with some experience, you’ll work with our team of professional writers and other creative professionals to refine your skills.

We’ll help you develop your own philosophy of writing as you improve your craft. You’ll study contemporary forms. You’ll learn to read as a working writer. You’ll try new techniques and explore the relationship between writing and society.

Your main focus will be working towards a final manuscript. You’ll develop a deep understanding of your creativity and your craft as you reflect on your progress.

Uncover the hidden workings of the literary industry. Discover how to submit a piece to publication and prepare for a writer’s life on our MA Creative Writing.

Your future career

What can you do with a Masters degree in creative writing? Some of our graduates have gone straight into successful freelance writing careers. Others have found rewarding roles in publishing, content creation, and teaching. Positions they hold include:

  • editorial and publication manager
  • creative writing tutor
  • senior editor
  • content creator

Our students have gone on to work for high-profile publishers. We have alumni at Oxford University Press, Heroic Publishers, DC Thomson Media, and Comma Press.

You’ll also find our alumni working at local colleges and schools, the NHS Leadership Academy and in content roles in the digital industries. While pursuing these careers, they continue to develop their portfolios.

Your future and employability matter to us. We flag writing competitions in our creative writing newsletter. You could also enter the Dame Janet Suzman Playwright award like Hywel Wilkie (alumni and winner 2018). He now has a seed commission as one of Liverpool Everyman’s Young Writers.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 16,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Edge Hill University

Edge Hill University

  • University League Table

    54th

  • Campus address

    Edge Hill University, St Helens Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 4QP, England

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Edge Hill University is home to students and staff from all over the world. It's a vibrant and diverse place where everyone is made to feel welcome.
International students are guaranteed accommodation on campus if they apply before the deadline. The campus is one of the safest in the UK.
The university offers a generous scholarship package to international fee-paying students in recognition of choosing Edge Hill as their study destination.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Creative Writing

    17th out of 50 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    131 61%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    27th

    22

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 80%

    24th

    4

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