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PostgraduateMA

Television Fiction Writing

Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£19,800Per Year (Intl)
£9,900Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in languages and area studies with the MA Television Fiction Writing at Glasgow Caledonian University. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Get the training, connections and experiences you need to make your mark in television. GCU's MA TV Fiction Writing master's degree is the only full-time master's degree focusing solely on writing TV drama for the UK. Created in close collaboration with industry to maximise your employment opportunities, the MATV master's degree from Glasgow Caledonian University provides you with a full range of industry experiences and supports you in developing your own original drama. International tuition fees are £19,800 per year, home/UK fees are £9,900 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Television Drama Structure and Narrative
Scriptwriting for Television Series
Story Development and Storylining
Professional Script Analysis and Editing
Television Industry Practice and Pitching
Adaptation and Dramatic Writing Techniques
Research Methods in Television Studies
Original Drama Project and Portfolio Development
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementUK Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent and evidence of creative writing experience

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5
PTE Academic76

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£19,800

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£19,800

Home Student Fee

£9,900

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

86%Working
13%Work & Study
96%Professional Jobs
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