Creative Writing MA
University of Surrey
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MA - Master of Arts

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University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford

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SEP-26

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MA - Master of Arts

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University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford

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If you study our Masters in Creative Writing youll draw on the experience of our published writers and academics, discuss intriguing literary theories and writing techniques, discover how to find your niche and engage with the publishing world.You’ll share ideas within a diverse, creative community and be able to attend a calendar of events that will broaden your thinking and develop your writing skills – this includes the annual Surrey New Writers Festival and the Morag Morris Poetry ...Read more

If you study our Masters in Creative Writing you'll draw on the experience of our published writers and academics, discuss intriguing literary theories and writing techniques, discover how to find your niche and engage with the publishing world.You’ll share ideas within a diverse, creative community and be able to attend a calendar of events that will broaden your thinking and develop your writing skills – this includes the annual Surrey New Writers Festival and the Morag Morris Poetry Lecture.As part of our commitment to further enriching our students’ skills in creative writing, we host a Writer-in-Residence and a Poet-in-Residence in the School. They run workshops, masterclasses and one-to-one surgeries for our students.This course is for both aspiring and experienced writers who want to refine their technical skills and enhance their comprehension of the cultural, literary, and theoretical aspects of the written word. Find out more information

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Clea
11 Feb 26

Everyone is very inviting however sometimes there are lots of gaps between..Read more

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Aline Carolina
26 Oct 25

My experience at University of Surrey has been extremely positive. The staff and students are welcoming, the library is great and the teaching staff is highly knowledgeable...Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants should have a first or 2:2 UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. As part of the application procedure, applicants will be asked to provide a portfolio of creative material (5,000 words prose or equivalent).

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£11,300 per year

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£22,700 per year

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Long Stay Accommodation for Students (Shared Duplex) Fee - 74.00 Per Week

£22,700 per year

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Long Stay Accommodation for Students (Shared Duplex) Fee - 74.00 Per Week

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Clea
11 Feb 26
English Literature and Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
Everyone is very inviting however sometimes there are lots of gaps between...
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Aline Carolina
26 Oct 25
Creative Writing MA
My experience at University of Surrey has been extremely positive. The staff and students are welcoming, the library is great and the teaching staff is highly knowledgeable....
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