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MA specialising in Creative Writing at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This one-year, full-time MA specialising in Creative Writing combines research with a creative manuscript. Applicants submit a portfolio of creative work and a research concept note, which form the basis for selection.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 1 year, full-time  |  Intake: South Africa closing 30/09/2026; International closing 31/08/2026  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

A dissertation consisting of research and a creative manuscript.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Relevant honours degree, or a relevant four-year bachelor's degree (NQF level 8), plus a portfolio of creative work. Selection is based on the submitted portfolio and an accompanying research concept note.

Intake: South Africa closing 30/09/2026; International closing 31/08/2026

Duration: 1 year, full-time

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