Course Overview
Offered by University of Westminster, London, the MA Professional Writing provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in languages and area studies. Based in Westminster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The Professional Writing MA is designed for those who want to turn their love of words and writing into a dynamic and fulfilling career. It will give you the skills, motivation, networks and connections to work across a wide variety of industries – in publishing, journalism, public relations, advertising, as literary agents, copywriters and copyeditors. It will also allow you to explore the history and future of writing and the writing industries from a variety of perspectives, and to develop your own interests and specialisms. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years.
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📋 Academic Entry Requirements
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🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
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Read moreGo to Our locations page International students Find out about visas, entry requirements, English language support and more. Read moreGo to International students page Teaching dates Term From To Semester One From 24 September 2025 To 12 December 2025 Semester Two From 19 January 2026 To 10 April 2026 View all dates Why Westminster?
Graduate Outcomes
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💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Westminster, London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,000 | £26,000 | £32,500 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £24,000 | £29,000 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £29,000 | £35,500 |
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