MA Novel Writing (Online Distance Learning)
Middlesex University
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OverviewWriting a novel is on most bucket lists, but very few people make their dream a reality. Our fully flexible online MA enables you to develop your novel at your own pace, at times to suit your lifestyle, from anywhere in the world. You’ll be supported throughout by acclaimed novelists, who are experienced creative writing lecturers with valuable industry links.Why study the MA Novel Writing at Middlesex University?Our practical and contemporary approach to novel writing ensures you are ...Read more

Overview

Writing a novel is on most bucket lists, but very few people make their dream a reality. Our fully flexible online MA enables you to develop your novel at your own pace, at times to suit your lifestyle, from anywhere in the world. You’ll be supported throughout by acclaimed novelists, who are experienced creative writing lecturers with valuable industry links.

Why study the MA Novel Writing at Middlesex University?

Our practical and contemporary approach to novel writing ensures you are able to hone your writing skills and develop your book while also identifying gaps in the market and how to approach agents and publishers.

Through our online campus you can access the support of our experts, while interacting with others on the course, at a time to suit you, and you can choose to complete the course in one year (full-time) or over two (part-time) starting in October. From idea generation, to developing character and plot, to pitching your novel to publishers, this MA equips you to master your novel.

Teaching

How is the MA Novel Writing taught?

This course is an online distance learning programme, so all teaching and learning is done online. You will have an online tutor for support and guidance throughout the development of your novel, and will also develop a virtual writers' group to share writing in progress.

You will meet, work and study with your fellow course participants and tutors in a virtual space which provides you with the flexibility to learn anywhere, anytime you have an internet connection and on a variety of devices. Our Virtual Learning Environment encourages you to share your writing, interact, question, and participate with others on your course, ensuring you never feel as if you are studying in isolation.

This course is only for Online - Full time.

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21/101
CUG Ranking
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113th

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Entry requirements

We normally require a second class honours degree 2:2 or above, or equivalent qualification (a writer has to have something to write about); We will also accept individuals with a minimum of three years' work experience; Those without formal qualifications will need to demonstrate relevant writing experience and the ability to study at postgraduate level.

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£8,600 per year

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£8,600 per year

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£8,600 per year

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Middlesex University
Middlesex University , Barnet

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