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MA Television Fiction Writing

UK

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What will I learn?

Get the training, connections and experiences you need to make your mark in television. GCU's MA TV Fiction Writing masters degree is the only full-time masters degree focusing solely on writing TV drama for the UK.

Created in close collaboration with industry to maximise your employment opportunities, the MATV masters degree from Glasgow Caledonian University provides you with a full range of industry experiences and supports you in developing your own original drama.

  • Instruction from both academic experts and top TV scriptwriters in British television
  • Working in class on current television shows with guest speakers from those shows
  • Individual mentoring from experienced television professionals
  • Direct access to producers and commissioners
  • Support from a professional script doctor

Opportunity to graduate with two calling card scripts ready to take to market We'll teach you to story conference, storyline and edit scripts - all with direct input from the BBC, STV and other independent producers and writers.

Study your postgraduate masters degree with us and benefit from the university’s global reputation for academic excellence - combining academic theory with practical skills in a thriving and diverse community that shares a belief in the common good.

Your career

With the hands-on experience offered in our MA Television Fiction Writing degree, you'll graduate uniquely prepared to launch an exciting new career in the field. GCU has built a reputation amongst employers including Warner Bros. Entertainment UK and Shed Productions for training creative and accomplished professionals who leave the TV masters degree ready to make meaningful contributions to television. You may also choose to pursue further academic work. After graduation, you will enjoy a year's association with a top London agent.

Which department am I in?

Glasgow School for Business and Society

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£14,500.00 (US$ 18,795) per year
Fees are subject to change.

This is a fixed fee

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

Start date

Expected September 2025

Venue

Glasgow Caledonian University

City Campus,

Cowcaddens Road,

Glasgow,

Glasgow, City Of,

G4 0BA, Scotland

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£19,800.00 (US$ 25,665) per year
This is a fixed fee

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

Start date

Expected September 2025

Venue

Glasgow Caledonian University

City Campus,

Cowcaddens Road,

Glasgow,

Glasgow, City Of,

G4 0BA, Scotland

Entry requirements

For international students

UK Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent and evidence of creative writing experience. English language: Academic IELTS score of 7.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 6.5. TOEFL iBT/Home Edition: Overall score of 78 with the following minimum element scores; Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, Writing 17.

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

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About Glasgow Caledonian University

GCU offers an innovative and creative education, positively contributing to society, and striving to go beyond the traditional role of a university.

  • Scotland’s top-performing modern university - Daily Mail, 2024
  • Dedicated international student support
  • Innovative, top-class learning facilities
  • City-based campus in a desirable location

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