Creative Writing MA

at City University of London

Benefits of this course
 

You will learn how to read and think as a writer and explore the choices faced and decisions taken by writers. Regular workshops and bespoke reading lists will serve to inform and enrich your own work.

 

You will also gain an understanding of the business of writing in all its forms, from print and electronic publication to public performance and the use of social media, as well as the role of editors, agents and publishers.

 

While you will choose a form of creative writing as your focus (fiction, genre fiction or non-fiction) you will develop technical awareness across a range of genres, and acquire transferable skills

 

Award
 

You can select to apply for one of the available exit points for this course.
 

• Master of Arts (MA)

 

Who is this course for?
 

If you are seeking a way of developing creative writing skills in your preferred genre, this programme is ideal.

 

Whether your interests lie in fiction, non-fiction or particular genre fiction, we can empower your creative journey.

 

Our programme is underpinned by the conviction that imagination is a vital mode of perception and enquiry, and language and literature can transform individual lives and cultures. We hope you share that same conviction.
 

Structure
 

Master of Arts (MA)
 

Duration:
 

• Full-time: 1 year

• Part-time: 2 years
   

Total credits: 180
 

Modules:
 

• 5 in total
   

• Core modules: 3
   

• Optional modules: 2

 

Modules
 

The MA is made up of:
 

• Core modules (30 credits)
   

• Core elective modules (60 credits)
   

• Optional modules (30 credits)
   

• Dissertation (60 credits)

UK
 

You will normally have an upper second class degree (in any subject) or the overseas equivalent, but successful completion of a certificate course in creative writing, or a professional qualification, or relevant experience may also be acceptable. The prime criteria are proven ability and commitment.
 

English language requirements
 

For students whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of at least 7.0 is required.

Fees for academic year 2022/23
 

Master of Arts (MA)
 

Full-time per year

UK: £8,320

Overseas/EU: £14,570

 

Part-time per year

UK: £4,160

Overseas/EU: £7,280

Career
 

Our Creative Writing MA prepares you for a career as a writer.

 

We also intend to develop transferable skills in oral and written communication relevant to careers including teaching, editing, arts management, publishing and journalism.

 

You might consider other creative industries such as advertising and video game production, where storytelling skills are highly valued.

 

During the programme you will be able to meet agents, editors and others within traditional and digital publishing.

 

Whether your ambition is to professionally pursue writing, work in publishing or another creative field, or undertake further academic study and research, you will have the appropriate skills.