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MPhil/PhD Creative Writing at University of Lincoln

University of Lincoln, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The Lincoln School of Creative Arts offers advanced research opportunities within the subject of creative writing. This research programme aims to provide training for a career in writing, from fiction to screen and radio adaptation.

Faculty: English and Creative Writing  |  Duration: Full-time: MPhil: 18 to 32 months PhD: 27 to 48 months; Part-time: MPhil: 36 to 64 months PhD: 54 to 96 months  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: Start dates in October and January  |  Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Study at MPhil/PhD level takes the form of supervised individual research. Students are expected to work on the writing practice of their choice for the duration of the study period.

Career pathways

A doctoral qualification can be the capstone of academic achievement and often marks the beginning of a career in academia or research. A research programme provides the opportunity to become a true expert in your chosen field, while developing a range of valuable transferable skills that can support your career progression.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should possess a relevant Master's degree or equivalent professional experience. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For further advice on IELTS and the support available, please contact the International College by email at [email protected].

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual fee per academic year up to thesis submission; part-time is half this rate. Source

International applicants: GBP 16,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual fee per academic year up to thesis submission; part-time is half this rate. Source

Intake: Start dates in October and January

Duration: Full-time: MPhil: 18 to 32 months PhD: 27 to 48 months; Part-time: MPhil: 36 to 64 months PhD: 54 to

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