PhD Creative Writing at University of West London

A PhD Creative Writing gives you the opportunity to develop an original piece of writing – for example, a novel, play, screenplay or radio drama – alongside an accompanying thesis, in which you connect this creative work to relevant theoretical, critical and historical thinking. Working collaboratively, we aim to help you craft your work to the highest possible standard, as well as facilitate your engagement with the professional world. All writers are encouraged to develop their skills in the broadest way possible.

Duration: 4 years full-time online; 4 years full-time; 6 years part-time online; 6 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time available; online/distance option)  |  Intake: September 2027, February 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

During your PhD Creative Writing, you will be supervised by active researchers/writers with considerable experience in publication, editing, and working with other writers. Our academics are widely published on topics as varied as Jane Austen, Rambo and literary adaptations. Your PhD supervisory team may be composed of colleagues from across more than one research area, depending on your project.

Career pathways

Studying for a PhD Creative Writing enables you to develop an area of specialism that will give you an edge whether you are planning to work in industry or to develop expertise to teach in academia. As a graduate of our PhD in Creative Writing, you will be highly accomplished writers, fluent and capable in what is – perhaps – the ultimate transferable skill. Job roles include: scriptwriter; journalist; author; copywriter; copy editor; literary agent.

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