Creative Writing (Extended) (MA)

Swansea University the United Kingdom

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The award
MA

How long you will study
2 - 4 Years

Domestic course fees
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How you will study
full-time, part-time

Course starts
September

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About Creative Writing (Extended) at Swansea University

The MA in Creative Writing is a uniquely inspirational programme that 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.

The Extended MA in Creative Writing (EMA) is a 240-credit postgraduate qualification that is equivalent to 120 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) and is thus a recognised Masters qualification throughout the European Union. The EMA is a standard UK MA plus an additional 60 credits (30 ECTS) and this additional coursework is undertaken in one semester at a partner institution overseas. The EMA is therefore not only an EU recognised postgraduate qualification it also adds a study abroad experience thus enhancing the qualification’s employability credentials.

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Study options for this course

The award How you will study How long you will study Course starts Domestic course fees International course fees
The awardMAHow you will studyFull-time, Part-timeHow long you will study2 - 4 years
Course startsSeptemberDomestic course fees find outInternational course fees find out

Entry requirements

The typical entry requirement is a first degree in a relevant discipline, normally a 2:2 with a minimum of 55% overall, and a short portfolio of writing. Overseas students are expected to possess an IELTS score of 6.5.

What students think about Swansea University

Farhana Jaidin, Brunei (Politics)

Swansea has a lot of tourist attractions and aside from that, the city is bustling with every entertainment you could think of, cinemas, restaurants, occasional student gatherings, you name it!

Swansea is also within easy reach from London or Cardiff Airport, three hours and an hour respectively, so it is effortless if students want to travel for a mini weekend break.

People in Swansea live in a close community so you don’t feel left out. You are so much in a part of the family as everyone else is. The student societies are very active in Swansea University and there are a lot of choices to choose from.

Abir Abdul-Rahim, Malaysia

Where are you from?
Shah Alam, Malaysia

Where did you study (which institution or school) before coming to Swansea?
Tunku Abdul Rahman College, Kuala Lumpur for A Levels.
Tunku Kurshiah College, Negeri Sembilan for high school.

Why choose Swansea University?
Low cost living and student life here is said to be good. Making it a conducive environment to study.

What course are you doing?
BSc Actuarial Science

What do you do in your free time?
I am involved with student body organisation based in London called UKEC (United Kingdom and Eire Council). It's a representative of all Malaysian Societies in the UK and Eire. Am currently the National Treasurer of it.

What has been the highlight of your time in Swansea?
Being part of the societies and organized student events for our fellow students here. It has helped me to mingle well with the other nationalities.