Creative Writing MA (PGCert PGDip)
University of Brighton
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At Brighton, we encourage writing that helps readers and writers to understand, shape and connect with the world beyond the classroom. Working with professional writers, you will develop your skills to produce and share stories in a variety of genres.Through creative workshops, you will partner with supportive lecturers and interdisciplinary postgraduate groups to develop advanced theories and practices that relate to the creative writing process. Both people with and without experience of ...Read more

At Brighton, we encourage writing that helps readers and writers to understand, shape and connect with the world beyond the classroom. Working with professional writers, you will develop your skills to produce and share stories in a variety of genres.Through creative workshops, you will partner with supportive lecturers and interdisciplinary postgraduate groups to develop advanced theories and practices that relate to the creative writing process. Both people with and without experience of creative writing should consider applying for this course, which aims to prepare you for a career as a freelancer or portfolio worker.We have fantastic links with local publishers, writers and creative companies and offer a unique salon series where industry experts offer practical advice and insights. In semester two, you will apply your writing and creative practice in a workplace scenario, while being encouraged to work on your own interests and passions.If you want to share your work, you have the opportunity to do so through our established student-led anthologies and open mic nights which form part of Brighton’s thriving creative scene.

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89/279
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31st
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88th
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Vince
19 Jan 26

A welcoming place for queer students. Great lecturers, knowledgeable and passionate, doing their best in a difficult HE environment...Read more

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Beth
12 Feb 24

I love it here! Great place for doing social activity and the uni staff are great..Read more

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Entry requirements

An upper second-class undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant arts and humanities discipline or professional experience in a relevant field. Applicants with non-standard entry requirements will be asked to provide written evidence of their creative and reflective skills.

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£9,720 per year

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£18,792 per year

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£18,792 per year

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19 Jan 26
Creative Writing MA (PGCert PGDip)
A welcoming place for queer students. Great lecturers, knowledgeable and passionate, doing their best in a difficult HE environment....
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Beth
12 Feb 24
I love it here! Great place for doing social activity and the uni staff are great...
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University of Brighton
University of Brighton , Brighton

The University of Brighton is a strong choice for postgraduate students looking to develop their professional careers, whether by...

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Lewes Road Brighton Brighton and Hove BN2 4HQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Brighton London Road  0.7 miles away

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