MA Creative Writing

This course provides opportunities to work closely with practising creative writers and hear from professionals from the publishing industry in guest lectures. This programme aims to encourage you to balance creative practice with critical analysis, reflect on production processes and hone your skills. There is a strong emphasis on the productive writer as a productive reader who is familiar with the literature being produced around them. You have the opportunity to work in a variety of literary genres and there is support for students who want to publish their work. There is the opportunity to develop a portfolio of creative work and build a network of contacts in preparation for a career in the creative industries. Career and Personal Development: This programme is designed to provide training for a career in writing, from fiction to screen and radio adaptation. You have the opportunity to develop advanced communication skills which can open up career opportunities across the creative industries in publishing, research, teaching and the media. Some graduates choose to continue their studies at doctoral level. Careers Services: The University Careers and Employability Team offer qualified advisors who can work with you to provide tailored, individual support and careers advice during your time at the University. As a member of our alumni we also offer one-to-one support in the first year after completing your course, including access to events, vacancy information and website resources; with access to online vacancies and virtual and website resources for the following two years. Students will also achieve PGDip and PGCert.