Study Creative Writing MA at University of Portsmouth in the UK, Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries

Creative Writing MA

UK

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What will I learn?

On this MA Creative Writing degree course, you'll study the genres that inspire you the most - from poetry and historical fiction, to screenwriting and crime - as well as genres you may not have explored, taking your writing in new directions. You'll spend plenty of time writing and reviewing work and benefit from the help and experience of our expert lecturers. You'll develop the confidence to become a better writer by learning to critique your own work, and that of your peers. There's even the chance to take up a placement at a famous literary magazine. If you're imaginative, ambitious, and ready to devote yourself to improving your writing, it's time to take your studies to the next level with us. This Master's in creative writing will give you the tools you need for a successful career as a writer, or in fields such as publishing, media, and education.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£17,900.00 (US$ 23,117) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

Mercantile House, Hampshire Terrace,

Portsmouth,

Hampshire,

PO1 2EG, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A second-class honours degree in a related subject. Equivalent qualifications and/or notable experience as a creative writer will also be considered.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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