MSc Creative Writing

The Queen Mary University of London offers a Creative Writing MA course for students who wish to gain a deep understanding and develop their skills in the field of creative writing. This full-time course, spanning a year, challenges students to explore various aspects of the theory and craft of writing.Course Content: The course provides students an opportunity to enhance their familiarity with the craft of writing. It comprises core modules focusing on craft, theory and research skills, along with optional modules. The teaching largely involves small group seminars and one-to-one tutorials.Key Modules: Core modules constitute of 'The Craft of Writing', 'The Theory and Practice of Creative Writing', 'Research Skills for Creative Writers'. Optional modules include 'Modern and Contemporary Literature', 'Writing the City', 'American Modernities', 'Postcolonial and Global Literatures', 'Writing Lives' and 'Writing, Language, Culture'.Accreditations: The Creative Writing MA is not specifically accredited; however, it is a part of the Queen Mary University of London, which is accredited by the Privy Council.Future Careers: This course can lead the students to various career paths, including publishing, journalism, public relations, teaching, advertising, and freelancing as an author. It is also beneficial for students interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in the field of Creative Writing.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.