Masters by Research Creative Writing
University of Hertfordshire
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MRes - Master of Research

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A University of Hertfordshire research degree is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research. It develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills which are honed over an extended period, depending on the level of the award.You will produce an original piece of writing for the duration of the degree, with one-to-one supervision from a professional writer in your chosen genre. The supervisor will work with you to progress your ...Read more

A University of Hertfordshire research degree is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research. It develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills which are honed over an extended period, depending on the level of the award.You will produce an original piece of writing for the duration of the degree, with one-to-one supervision from a professional writer in your chosen genre. The supervisor will work with you to progress your creative project and provide formative feedback as you work towards the final submission.The degree is assessed solely based on the final creative writing submission and the critical research thesis.

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04 Apr 14

like any uni you get out what you put in i live in the cheaper accommodation and it is alright, dirty at times and not very homey but im paying peanuts so i cant complain if..Read more

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Normally, we require applicants for MA by Research study to be in possession of a good honours degree (2:2 or above) in a relevant discipline.

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£17,420 per year

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like any uni you get out what you put in i live in the cheaper accommodation and it is alright, dirty at times and not very homey but im paying peanuts so i cant complain if...
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University of Hertfordshire
University of Hertfordshire , Hatfield

The University of Hertfordshire offers a huge variety of postgraduate courses across 19 subject areas, from creative arts to...

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College Lane Hatfield Hertfordshire AL10 9AB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hatfield   0.9 miles away

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