Creative Writing postgraduate degrees in South East England

30 universities offer 59 postgraduate courses. To get the best results for postgraduate creative writing degrees, enter your predicted grades.

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MetFilm

1 creative-writing courses LONDON
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Obviously studying during the pandemic has been a challenge. The school does have a major issue with organisation and communication. However, I’ve met some great people through this course and had a lot of fun. We got to experience filmmaking modules as well as the acting modules which was a great opportunity.

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MA Screenwriting
clock icon 1 year full time
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Year 1
  • Final Project and Career Plan
  • Practice-based Research
  • Professional Profile
  • Screenwriting Craft and Industry
  • Writing Digital Content
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University of the Arts London

2 creative-writing courses LONDON
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The actual university was fine. The new building has a lot of great facilities but some of them can only be used by people from that actual course. Sewing machines and work spaces can get really busy. Nice interior design and layout.

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MA Designer Maker
clock icon 15 months full time
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  • Exploring and understanding research context and methodology
  • New practice methodologies
  • Synthesising research and implementation of practice
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MA Screenwriting
clock icon 15 months full time
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Term 1
  • Short Film: Process and Practice
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SOAS University of London

2 creative-writing courses LONDON
WUSCA ranking: 92th
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I enjoy how easy it is to travel here and the convenience of the location. A lot of good food places and other unis surrounding it which make up for the campus itself being quite small in comparison to many other unis. Often times we get directed multiple times to different places for whatever it is we need help with. For instance, reception or student hub. There is a lot of having to go back and forth and miscommunication in that sense

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University of West London

1 creative-writing courses LONDON
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What makes my uni a great place to study is their student support. They try to help their students in any way possible to ensure that students get the best out of their education. I think it would be better if the university put more effort into societies and clubs such as sporting clubs and teams . It would help the university to have more of a community and really showcase other talents other than what students already study on their courses. My university do have societies and some sporting teams, however some of the societies don’t run anymore and it’s not made to be as big as it was when I first heard about it before I joined uni. I think it’s important to have that feel of community and university culture and to also show the inclusiveness of different cultures, groups and activities in which people associate them selves with.

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Creative Writing PhD
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University of Roehampton

2 creative-writing courses LONDON
WUSCA ranking: 53th
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One of the best parts of studying at Roehampton University is the friendly and supportive environment. The lecturers explain topics clearly and are always willing to help when students have questions. The campus is peaceful, with good facilities like the library, study rooms, and social spaces, which makes it a comfortable place to learn. I also enjoy meeting classmates from different countries and backgrounds because it helps me learn new ideas and understand different cultures. The teaching style at Roehampton makes learning easier and more enjoyable. Seminars and group activities help me understand the lessons better, and the coursework is practical, helping me connect what I learn to real-life situations. I feel that the university encourages students to think independently and build confidence. Overall, I feel supported in my studies, and this has helped me grow both academically and personally. Even though my experience has been positive, there are some areas that could improve. Sometimes the workload feels heavy, especially when deadlines are close together. Communication about certain tasks or readings can be unclear at times. More career support, part-time job opportunities, and more flexible timetables would also make things easier for students. However, these challenges are common in most universities, and Roehampton still offers a good overall student experience.

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MA/PGDip Creative Writing
clock icon 2 years part time
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Year 1
  • Archives and Research
  • Creative Contexts
  • MA Dissertation
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Kingston University

6 creative-writing courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 12th
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WUSCA ranking: 88th
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The lectures in my course are very helpful and always get back to you when you have questions. We have good weeks timetabling where we have online lessons and in person and we start at a nice time as well which gives people time to travel. Our lectures give us PowerPoints which we can also look at when at home for more revision. The university is big and is a couple bus stops from train stations which is helpful as well. There is lots of places to get food and they have a wide variety of things.

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Creative Writing MFA
clock icon 4 years part time
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  • MFA Dissertation
  • Special Study: Workshop in Popular Genre Writing
  • Ten Critical Challenges for Creative Writers
  • Writers' Workshop
  • Writing the Contemporary
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Creative Writing MA
clock icon 2 years part time
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Year 1
  • Creative Writing Dissertation
  • Special Study: Workshop in Popular Genre Writing
  • Ten Critical Challenges for Creative Writers
  • Writers' Workshop
  • Writing the Contemporary
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University of Surrey

2 creative-writing courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 36th
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Best thing is the fantastic 24/7 library that's not just resourceful but also incredibly welcoming with even overnight snacks there for those who spend their time at the library at night! I wish the university had more student accommodation on offer for the international students.

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Creative Writing MA
clock icon 1 year full time
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Year 1
  • 21st Century Literature: Forms, Modes, Genres
  • Creative Writing Portfolio
  • Creative Writing Workshop I
  • Creative Writing Workshop II
  • Research and Writing Skills
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Creative Writing PhD
clock icon 4 years full time
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Brunel University of London

4 creative-writing courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 19th
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WUSCA ranking: 65th
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What students say about creative-writing

The best aspects of my university experience have been the sense of community and the opportunities for personal and academic growth. My course is taught by passionate lecturers who make the subject feel relevant and engaging, and I’ve appreciated how approachable most staff are when I need help. There are also plenty of extracurricular activities and societies, which made it easy to meet people with similar interests. The campus facilities—like the library, study spaces, and wellbeing services—have also been a big part of what makes it a great place to study. In terms of what could be improved, there are a few key areas. Communication between departments could sometimes be clearer, especially around deadlines and timetable changes. At busy times of the year, access to study spaces can become limited, and more quiet areas or longer opening hours would make a difference. It would also help if there were more practical, hands-on learning opportunities such as placements, workshops, or industry links, as these really enhance understanding and employability. Overall, the university offers a supportive and stimulating environment, but with better organisation and more resources during peak periods, the student experience could be even stronger.

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Creative Writing MA
clock icon 1 year full time
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Year 1
  • Creativity
  • Elements of Fiction
  • Creative Writing Dissertation
  • Elements of Fiction
  • Planning a Novel
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University of Greenwich

2 creative-writing courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 14th
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WUSCA ranking: 44th
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There have been difficulties with communication from certain faculties to the students, but there have also been some lecturers who have been extremely supportive who have helped me with both educational and mental issues I have had, especially in the third year.

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Creative Writing, MA
clock icon 1 year full time
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Year 1
  • Research Skills for Literary Studies
  • Text and Theory
  • The Creative Portfolio
  • Writing Fictions
  • Writing Performance
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University of Kent

1 creative-writing courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 8th
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The university has a great campus and student support is active in checking in on student’s mental health and providing support both for mental health and academic reasons. The society’s provide a great opportunity to socialise and improve student night life. However, the stud student union function more as a business than as a study body representation. They charge for hot water in the campus library, taking advantage of students that cannot afford basics as they are in need of money, themselves. They need more funding.

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Creative Writing - MA
clock icon 1 year full time
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Year 1
  • ENGL9970 - Dissertation: Creative Writing
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