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Full time & Part time See Course MA 1 year full time, 2 years part time
Creative Arts & Design (9)

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The MA in Creative Writing at the University of Hertfordshire offers a stimulating and supportive environment for aspiring writers. Accredited by the European Association of Creative Writing Programmes, this programme provides industry connections through guest sessions with leading professionals. Taught by critically acclaimed practitioners, you'll improve your creative, critical, and professional writing skills in workshops and tutorials. With modules like Working as a Writer and People and Places, you'll gain practical experience in approaching editors and creating joint artistic projects. The programme culminates in a dissertation where you can showcase your polished work. Whether you dream of publishing a novel or mastering powerful dialogue, this MA will help you achieve your writing ambitions.

About the course

Why choose Herts?

  • Industry Accreditation: Accredited by the European Association of Creative Writing Programmes.
  • Industry Connections: You will benefit from writer, publisher, and literary agency guest sessions where you will interact with leading industry professionals.
  • Teaching Excellence: You will be taught by critically acclaimed, award winning professional practitioners.

Writing Sample

The MA is designed for students intending to develop their creative writing towards publication as well as doctoral research. You are required to submit an example of your writing to demonstrate an established writing practice and suitability for the programme: either a piece of fiction or non-fiction prose of between 1,500-2000 words.

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Entry Requirements

A minimum of a 2.2 honours degree
Personal statement
One reference
A writing sample


Fees

UK Students
Full time: £9750 for the 2022/2023 academic year
Part time: £810 per 15 credits for the 2022/2023 academic year

EU/International Students
Full time: £14750 for the 2022/2023 academic year
Part time: £1230 per 15 credits for the 2022/2023 academic year

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