MA Creative Writing at University of Manchester

This one-year postgraduate course offers access to specialist teaching from leading writers and poets. Develop your creative practice with specialist teaching from established writers, poets and non-fiction authors. Build industry connections through opportunities to engage with writers, editors and agents, while joining a network of established alumni .

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Arts, Languages and Cultures  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A master’s degree is formed of 180 credits. There are no mandatory units as part of this course. Compulsory units include Dissertation (MA).

Career pathways

Some students pursue their literary careers and go on to become published writers, while others follow their passion through publishing, journalism and careers in the arts sector. Other graduates undertake PhD study or follow careers in law, librarianship and teaching.

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