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Masters Degrees in Creative Writing

We have 245 Masters Degrees in Creative Writing

Masters in Creative Writing key questions and answers:

Can I do a Masters in Creative Writing?

A Masters in Creative Writing is offered by many universities around the world for aspiring writers.

Is a Masters in Creative Writing worth it?

The value of a Masters in Creative Writing often depends on individual career goals and personal development.

Which university is best for creative writing?

Based on recent league tables, top universities for creative writing include the University of Warwick, Royal Holloway, University of London and the University of Birmingham.

What should I do with a Creative Writing Masters?

A Creative Writing Masters can lead to careers in writing, publishing, teaching, or even in fields like marketing and communications.

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Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences

Shape the future with UCL Social and Historical Sciences. We offer over 60 specialist postgraduate programmes across a diverse range of subjects. Our interests span the globe, as we seek to understand the social, political, economic, cultural and environmental processes that have shaped the world over time. Our academics are at the forefront of innovative, interdisciplinary research and education that creates a meaningful, real-world impact. We’ll challenge you to think critically, engage with global challenges, and seek creative solutions. Renowned for our excellence in teaching and research, we foster a vibrant culture of innovation. From tackling climate change to addressing economic inequality, our academics, alumni, and students are dedicated to exploring new ways to address pressing global issues.

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School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures

The School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures (LLC) is an international community at the heart of the University of Edinburgh, drawing connections between people and cultures. As one of the largest and most diverse Schools in the University, it’s the ideal place to study in preparation for a broad range of careers or for a research degree such as a PhD. Based in the first UNESCO City of Literature, we are home to the oldest department of English Literature in the UK – one of the longest established in the world. We offer both specialised and interdisciplinary programmes, and we are a leading centre for the study of film, including exhibition and curation, and for intermediality, comparative literature, and translation.

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UCD College of Arts and Humanities

UCD is the largest English-speaking university in Europe. Located close to the city-centre, it is the ideal destination for your postgraduate courses, with a beautiful campus, unrivalled range of MA’s and world-class teaching and facilities. UCD is in the top 1% of universities worldwide and #1 for Employability. UCD Arts & Humanities is a leading centre for research, creative practice and innovation, with 240 world-class teachers and scholars, 2,500 students, 7 Schools and the Clinton Institute for American Studies. UCD Arts & Humanities is where a rich academic heritage meets bold, forward-thinking futures. Our academic excellence is reflected in our world rankings: 41st for English Literature & Language and the Top 100 for History and Performing Arts (QS World University Rankings, 2025). As an MA student at UCD you will have direct access to UCD’s extensive range of unique literary, creative and cultural resources, archives and collections.

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Los Angeles Campus

NYFA’s Master of Fine Arts (MFA) graduate degrees immerse students in intensive, rigorous programs with hands-on experiences alongside industry professionals. MFA degrees are offered in Filmmaking, Acting for Film, Producing, Screenwriting, Photography, Cinematography, Documentary Filmmaking, 3D Animation & VFX, and Game Design. The curriculum uses an accelerated structure to help students develop mastery of their craft in four to six semesters, depending on the discipline, allowing the MFA degree to be completed in two years.

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Faculty of Arts and Humanities

UCL Arts & Humanities, placed 7th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 by subject, is recognised globally for its teaching and research excellence. Since its founding in 1826, UCL has placed the arts and humanities at its core. The first academic chairs in English, German, Greek, Hebrew & Jewish Studies, Italian, Latin, Philosophy, and Spanish were created at UCL between 1826 and 1828. The faculty today houses ten departments, covering disciplines ranging from fine art to creative health to digital humanities, and offers an unparalleled variety in languages, cultures and societies. With our 200-year history of world-leading education and research, we aim to inspire creative and critical thinkers who will foster new constellations of humanities, social sciences, and science for generations to come.

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Goldsmiths, University of London Online

Goldsmiths, University of London (Online) offers a bold and distinctive learning experience, bringing world-class, career-connected education in technology and the social sciences to a flexible, fully online format. With over 120 years of academic excellence, Goldsmiths inspires students to think differently, challenge convention, and create meaningful change. Supported by the expert GOAL (Goldsmiths Online and Adaptable Learning) team, programmes are dynamic, interactive, and collaborative, combining personalised feedback with dedicated student support to help learners thrive from anywhere in the world.

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Masters courses

Creative Writing - Writing the City MA

University of Westminster  | 
English and Creative Writing

The Creative Writing: Writing the City MA is the only Creative Writing MA course to focus entirely on the city of London. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time

Creative Writing MLitt

University of Aberdeen  | 
Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture

The MLitt Creative Writing is a taught programme designed to offer you a constructive learning environment to develop your writing and general creativity. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

MA Creative Writing

The University of Manchester  | 
Faculty of Humanities

Study on our MA Creative Writing master's course and you'll be part of the prestigious Centre for New Writing… View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time

MA Creative Writing

Queen Mary University of London  | 
School of the Arts

This programme is ideal if you are keen to explore genres such as fiction, nonfiction and poetry, and the creative and critical connections between them. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

MA Creative Writing

Royal Holloway, University of London  | 
Department of English

This course allows you to develop your work as a writer to a professional level, going beyond the personal to write with an engaged sense of literary… View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

Creative Writing and Publishing (MA)

Kingston University  | 
Kingston School of Art

This course examines not only the craft of writing, but also how the publishing industry works. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time

Creative Writing MA

University of Surrey  | 
Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences

Drawing on the experience of our published writers and academics, you’ll discuss intriguing literary theories and writing techniques… View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

MA Contemporary Creative Writing (Online)

Northeastern University London  | 
Masters Programmes

Develop your craft as a writer with our flexible, fully online MA Contemporary Creative Writing at Northeastern University London. View course

 Online  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

English Literature and Creative Writing - MA

Liverpool Hope University  | 
School of Humanities

The MA English Literature & Creative Writing course recognises creativity as a critical act and criticism as always creative. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time

MSt in Creative Writing

University of Oxford  | 
Oxford Lifelong Learning

The MSt in Creative Writing is a two-year, part-time master's degree course offering a unique combination of high contact hours, genre specialisation, and critical and creative breadth. View course

 On campus  Part time

MFA Creative Writing

University College Dublin  | 
UCD College of Arts and Humanities

UCD offers two graduate courses in creative writing, an MA and MFA.  The MFA programme is a more advanced degree than the MA… View course

 On campus  Full time  Scholarships available

Creative Writing (MA)

University of Derby  | 
College of Health and Humanities

This programme offers you a range of opportunities to learn, research and workshop different approaches to creative writing and critically reflect on your practice. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

MA, PG Cert, PG Dip Creative Writing

Anglia Ruskin University ARU  | 
Faculty of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences

Develop your writing in a supportive and creative environment. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

Creative Writing (MA)

Birkbeck, University of London  | 
School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication

This MA Creative Writing gives you the chance to better understand the craft of writing and gain valuable constructive criticism from other writers… View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

MA Creative Writing (Scriptwriting) (Part time)

University of East Anglia  | 
School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing

Prepare for a career in writing for theatre, radio, film, or television with a part-time MA in Creative Writing Scriptwriting that allows you to… View course

 On campus  Part time  Scholarships available
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