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Master of Creative Writing

About the program

A one-year masters combining writing workshops with one-to-one mentoring.

Learners studying Creative Writing can develop the ability to develop creative concepts
Use relevant production tools and critique work using professional
Audience and ethical considerations
And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Compulsory modules in Creative Prose (20 credits combined)
Literature
Creativity and Society (10) and Individual Project Development across two semesters (20)
A 30-credit creative dissertation in the spring and summer
10 credits of optional modules.

UK entry: We will consider a 2:1 or above (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject such as creative writing
Theatre/drama studies
Literature
Film and media studies
Modern languages and art history.
International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.

Good master's degree (or UK 2:1/2:2 honours for some courses) in a related subject, Research proposal or department pro forma, CV, References.

Check the course page
Research proposal needs and deadlines. Apply online through the postgraduate application system. Upload transcripts
English language evidence
Research proposal or department pro forma
CV and references as the course asks. Attend an interview if the department requires one. Accept the offer and pay the tuition fee deposit (or show recognised sponsor funding) to receive your CAS. Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.

Campus	Colchester Campus
Faculty or school	Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Department	School of Language, Literature, and Media
Teaching language	English
Credit value	180
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.