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Master of Literature and Creative Writing

University of Essex

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

Master of Arts in Literature and Creative Writing is a 1-year full-time master's degree offered by the School of Language, Literature, and Media at the University of Essex.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically analyse advanced concepts and current developments in Literature and Creative Writing. Select and apply relevant analytical
  • Research or professional methods. Present evidence-based findings and manage complex specialist projects.

Career outcomes

  • Writer
  • Editor
  • Publisher
  • Scholar
  • University lecturer
  • Teacher
  • Journalist
  • Arts administrator
  • Theatre artistic director
  • Drama adviser
  • Translator

Curriculum

  • 1-Year full-time course in Literature and Creative Writing
  • 180 Credits in total
  • Taught by the School of Language
  • Literature
  • and Media. Compulsory modules include Dissertation
  • Dissertation Preparation: Postgraduate Research and Writing Skills. Optional modules let students tailor the degree.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK entry: A 2:2 degree in one of the following subjects: American Studies
  • Art History
  • Creative Writing
  • Film and Media Studies
  • History
  • Journalism
  • Law
  • Literature
  • Modern Languages
  • Music
  • Performance Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Politics
  • Sociology
  • Theatre/Drama Studies
  • International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (UK 2:2 or 2:1 honours or recognised international equivalent), By course, Some courses need subject modules, Professional qualifications, CV, References or interview (Essex MBA, Pre-registration health courses).

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

  1. Check the course page
  2. Entry requirements and deadlines. Apply online through the postgraduate application system. Upload transcripts
  3. English language evidence and any personal statement
  4. CV or references the course asks for. Attend an interview or audition if the course 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.

Other costs

Tuition per year£25,075 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£35,902 GBP

Program details

CampusColchester Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
DepartmentSchool of Language, Literature, and Media
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    October 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.