MA Creative Writing at Leeds Trinity University

Programme overview

What do you want to write? Whatever mode or genre you wish to explore, this MA is structured in order to help you to become the writer you want to be. Taught by internationally-renowned writers, this MA is designed to be as creative and practical as possible within the academic requirements of a postgraduate programme.

Faculty: School of Computing and Creative Industries | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Reading as a Writer, Writing as a Profession, Dissertation. Optional modules include Prose or Poetry Workshops.

Career pathways

Our MA students are a diverse group, from recent graduates looking to enhance their professional qualifications in preparation for a career involving writing, to experienced writers aspiring to have their work published or those looking to explore their passion for writing later in life.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A good 2:1 in Creative Writing, English or a related subject and a personal portfolio of creative writing (2,000 words or equivalent). Applicants with other qualifications will be considered on their own merit. Places will be offered subject to an informal interview. For more information on meeting English language requirements and academic requirements by country, visit our International Applicants page.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,000 a year (2026/27). UK home tuition fee for the full-time course; part-time charged pro rata. Source

International applicants: GBP 12,000 a year (2026/27). International tuition fee. Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.leedstrinity.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply/home-applicants/

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