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PhD of Creative and Critical Writing
- London, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A three-year PhD producing a full-length creative work with a critical reflection.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Design and undertake an original research project in Creative and Critical Writing. Critically evaluate specialist literature and research evidence. Apply appropriate research methods and ethics
- and communicate findings through scholarly writing and presentations.
Career outcomes
- Writing and creative industries
- Careers support through the Employability and Careers Service
Curriculum
- Students propose a research area and topic
- Choose study areas with supervisors
- Join a Research Centre and take the Postgraduate Researcher Development Programme. They complete a novel
- Poetry collection or play alongside a critical reflection
- Defended at viva.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree 2:1 or Master's 60% in a relevant discipline
- Research proposal (~1
- 500 Words)
- CV
- 2 References and interview
- Applicants without these but with significant experience considered by the Associate Dean.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree 2:1 or Master's 60% in a relevant discipline, Research proposal (~1, 500 Words), CV, 2 References and interview, Applicants without these but with significant experience considered by the Associate Dean.
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Proposal.
How to apply
- Review the programme entry criteria and available intakes. Prepare academic and language evidence required for the course. Submit the application through the institution or authorised admissions partner. Follow instructions in any offer and arrange immigration permission if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £18,700 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £32,830 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Greenwich Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Law, Arts and Social Sciences |
| Department | Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is £18,700 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £32,830 GBP. The estimated living cost is £18,840 GBP.
A portfolio is required. An interview is required.

