157 Literature, Creative Writing and Publishing MA Degree Programs in United Kingdom

Our MA in Contemporary British History course will provide you with training in and experience in the historical analysis of issues that are central to understanding contemporary Britain. While we focus on the study of British history over the past century, we also recognise that you can’t understand British history without reference to other countries and regions, in particular the Empire/Commonwealth, Europe and North America.

Taught in collaboration with the British Library, explore early modern literary texts through critical lenses such as race, ethnicity, gender, class, sexuality, religion and nationality, and acquire bespoke tools to study neglected texts and to decide why they matter, what key questions they can answer about the early modern period and our own time, and how they should be edited and re-presented to modern readers.

This MA provides you with the opportunity to study theatre and performance in a dynamic research environment in the heart of London. From contemporary theatres to live art performances, cultural tourism and the spectacles of the West End, avant-garde dramas and political interventions, site-specific events, choreographies and compositions, you'll be introduced to a range of theatre and performance practices.

Our course will help you develop the skills you need for a career in writing for the stage.

MA in English - Poetry Poetry is, quite simply, the activity for which Queen’s University is best known around the world. Nobel Laureate Seamus Heaney was both a student and lecturer here at Queen’s and other famous poet-alumni of the university include Ciaran Carson, Paul Muldoon, and Medbh McGuckian.

An intensive one-year program that develops the writer’s original voice, embeds professional practice, and enhances employability. At LFS you will gain expertise and experience that form the foundations of your professional screenwriting practice. You will forge relationships and develop networks that propel you into the film and television industries.

Immerse yourself in the world of Shakespeare in his beautiful hometown, Stratford-upon-Avon. Our dedicated Shakespeare Institute research centre means you’ll benefit from the expertise of our academics and join a community of staff and students who share your love of Shakespeare.

The MA in Creative Writing and Publishing is designed to help aspiring writers develop their skills in storytelling and get their work out into the world. Students explore different writing styles and...

MA Creative Writing and Publishing is an exciting and innovative Master’s programme offered by the University of Lincoln in partnership with The Guardian.

Our MA in Creative Writing is an innovative and exciting course that provides opportunities to work closely with practising creative writers and professionals from the publishing industry. It is designed to encourage you to improve your craft as a writer, develop your philosophy of composition, and explore contemporary forms of literature and the creative industries. The course has a strong focus on employability and aims to prepare you for a professional writing or publishing career.

The MA by Research in English Literature, American Studies & Creative Writing offers students a chance to explore their specific interests in these fields through independent study. Students will work...

The program offers a comprehensive pathway for students interested in developing their craft and understanding of creative writing within the context of English literature. It combines in-depth study ...

The Masters in Creative and Critical Writing seeks to advance current research in English studies by exploring the meaningful, complex and conceptually challenging relationships between creative and critical discourses. Building on the success of our undergraduate programme ranked 1st in the UK for Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2020, the course brings together the study of English literature, critical theory and creative writing in a holistic and engaging postgraduate curriculum.

Supported by your personal tutor, you’ll design your own path through this Masters course choosing the modules that are most relevant to you and your future career. Each module will give you space for self-directed learning and your choice for project work and individual research. One optional publishing module enables you to use industry standard software to learn how to transform a manuscript or data file into a print or digital publication suitable for audiences in local and international markets.

The MA in Creative Writing offers a flexible and supportive environment for students to develop their writing skills across various genres, including fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction. The pro...