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Creative Writing, MA, University of Exeter

the United Kingdom

University of Exeter

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About Creative Writing, MA - at University of Exeter

  • At the University of Exeter, we don't just teach you how to write to get published. Our team of internationally acclaimed authors understand that your ambitions, and powers of creative writing, are far greater than that
  • Our modules are designed to enable you to write for better futures, to: promote social justice, protect our planet, support child wellbeing, comfort and entertain, and inspire others to action
  • Experiment in new literary genres, and study and respond to diverse contemporary writers
  • Excellent links with the worlds of publishing, literary journalism and broadcasting, book festivals and prizes providing insights into the workings of the literary marketplace
  • Establish the contacts necessary for successful publication
  • Whether you like writing poetry, prose fiction, short stories, film scripts, game narratives, children's books or young adult (YA) novels, we invite you to join us on our mission to write to make a difference

Entry requirements

We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above in their first degree in a relevant subject area. While we normally only consider applicants who meet this criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application.

Applicants may also be asked to submit a personal statement and an academic writing sample. The writing sample requested is normally around 2,000-3,000 words of prose, such as a critical essay or an excerpt from one produced for an undergraduate degree, or 3-4 poems. However, this is not mandatory for your initial application. You are welcome to include a writing sample if you wish.

Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications.

Entry requirements for international students

English language requirements

International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile E. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.

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