Creative Writing MA
University of Portsmouth
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MA - Master of Arts

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Portsmouth Campus

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MA - Master of Arts

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Portsmouth Campus

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On this MA Creative Writing degree course, youll study the genres that inspire you the most - from poetry and historical fiction, to screenwriting and crime - as well as genres you may not have explored, taking your writing in new directions. Youll spend plenty of time writing and reviewing work and benefit from the help and experience of our expert lecturers. Youll develop the confidence to become a better writer by learning to critique your own work, and that of your peers. Theres even the ...Read more

On this MA Creative Writing degree course, you'll study the genres that inspire you the most - from poetry and historical fiction, to screenwriting and crime - as well as genres you may not have explored, taking your writing in new directions. You'll spend plenty of time writing and reviewing work and benefit from the help and experience of our expert lecturers. You'll develop the confidence to become a better writer by learning to critique your own work, and that of your peers. There's even the chance to take up a placement at a famous literary magazine. If you're imaginative, ambitious, and ready to devote yourself to improving your writing, it's time to take your studies to the next level with us. This Master's in creative writing will give you the tools you need for a successful career as a writer, or in fields such as publishing, media, and education.

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84/279
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25th
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42nd
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Ryn
12 Nov 25

I've had a REALLY good experience with the university's support team especially; the Student Life team have been really helpful in providing me with the advice and support I..Read more

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Robert
12 Dec 23

Best: By the sea but also a city with loads of things to do. Everything is also really close but not a student village. Worst: No student bar and the price or everything is not..Read more

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Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree in a related subject. Equivalent qualifications and/or notable experience as a creative writer will also be considered.

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£9,400 per year

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£9,400 per year

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£9,400 per year

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Students from England

£17,200 per year

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£17,200 per year

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Ryn
12 Nov 25
Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
I've had a REALLY good experience with the university's support team especially; the Student Life team have been really helpful in providing me with the advice and support I...
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Robert
12 Dec 23
Creative Writing MA
Best: By the sea but also a city with loads of things to do. Everything is also really close but not a student village. Worst: No student bar and the price or everything is not...
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

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University House, Winston Churchill Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2UP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Portsmouth & Southsea  0.1 miles away

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