Creative Writing MA
De Montfort University
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The Creative Writing MA is a practice-led programme, giving you the chance to develop your writing in chosen areas, or experiment with new forms and genres through exploratory writing exercises and craft challenges. The programme is designed to develop your writing practice in both research and professional contexts and so you will follow both craft and writing industry-focused modules. You will have the opportunity to graduate with an advanced understanding of the professional landscape and ...Read more

The Creative Writing MA is a practice-led programme, giving you the chance to develop your writing in chosen areas, or experiment with new forms and genres through exploratory writing exercises and craft challenges. The programme is designed to develop your writing practice in both research and professional contexts and so you will follow both craft and writing industry-focused modules. You will have the opportunity to graduate with an advanced understanding of the professional landscape and how to use the skills you have acquired to forge a career in a range of contexts.The taught modules are divided into three areas. Researching as a Writer involves exploring practice research methodologies and research skills, giving you a toolbox for discussion of your practice from a theoretical perspective. Developing Writing covers a range of genre opportunities and exploratory writing tasks, while Writing Ecosystems focuses on networking, performance, manuscript presentation and publishing advice.Duration: One year full-time

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35/279
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Shania
10 Feb 25

The support and community is the best part. The change to block learning has been difficult especially for 3rd year however. It does not feel very planned out..Read more

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Oliver
04 Dec 23

The course offered are great, student life is vibrant..Read more

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Entry requirements

You should have the equivalent or above of a 2.2 UK bachelors honours degree, with evidence of an ongoing writing practice. If you have other professional qualifications, industry experience or you dont have the equivalent of a UK bachelors honours degree but can evidence an ongoing writing practice we will consider your application on an individual basis.

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£9,700 per year

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£16,300 per year

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£16,300 per year

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Shania
10 Feb 25
Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
The support and community is the best part. The change to block learning has been difficult especially for 3rd year however. It does not feel very planned out...
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Oliver
04 Dec 23
Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
The course offered are great, student life is vibrant...
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De Montfort University
De Montfort University , Leicester

De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is a well-renowned institution with a long established history of educational success,...

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