MA Creative Writing
Swansea, United Kingdom
MA
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2027
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The MA in Creative Writing at Swansea University delivers integrated training in literary and media writing. Taught by experienced writers of major profile, it covers fiction, short story, poetry, drama, screenwriting and creative non-fiction, and connects with Wales's contemporary literary culture and its bardic tradition. The course is also available part-time over 2-3 years.
Career Outcomes: Graduates enter creative industries including publishing, broadcasting, marketing and advertising. You'll work as an author, editor, scriptwriter, content creator or copywriter; the programme builds craft, narrative technique, editorial skills and a professional portfolio for roles in literature, media, digital content and cultural sectors.
The MA in Creative Writing is a uniquely inspirational programthat delivers integrated training in the writing of literary and media text.
Taught by experienced writers of major profile, this course provides teaching on a range of genres including fiction, short story, poetry, drama, screenwriting and creative non-fiction.
Your studies will connect with the unique literary culture of Wales, home to one of the oldest bardic traditions in Europe.
This course is also available in Part time basis with 2-3 years duration.
Year 1 (Level 7 PGT)
Optional Modules
- Creative Writing Dissertation
International Excellence Scholarships are available to both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students. Other scholarships are available, please see our website for more information including eligibility criteria and closing dates.
Creative Writing Employment Opportunities
Graduates from this course enter a range of creative industries including,
- publishing
- broadcasting
- marketing
- advertising.
