Creative Writing MSc 12 months Postgraduate Programme By The University of Edinburgh |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

English Language and LiteratureMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

English Language and Literature

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Based in the first UNESCO World City of Literature, this one-year, full-time taught masters programme in Creative Writing offers dedicated pathways in fiction or poetry.


Combining taught courses with a final dissertation guided by a supervisor, this programme gives you the chance to work within a structured academic environment and a supportive, international community of writers to hone and sharpen your creative practice.


There is a strong practical element to the programme, helping you develop your creative skills through:


  • participating in weekly poetry or fiction workshops
  • attending weekly craft-based seminars
  • presenting your work for peer discussion
  • hearing from guest writers and other professionals on the practicalities of life as a writer

You will also sharpen your critical thinking and editorial skills through:


  • reading and discussing published works on literature option courses
  • writing a creative dissertation in your chosen form (fiction or poetry)
  • You will also have the opportunity to work on and contribute to our publication ‘From Arthur’s Seat,’ an anthology of student work.


The taught portion of our programme culminates with the launch of the anthology and our annual publishing event, featuring professionals (agents, editors and festival organisers) from the industry. This event is organised by our Writer-in-Residence, and specifically designed for students on the MSc in Creative Writing. 


From the end of Semester 2 through the summer, you will work independently to produce your dissertation - an extended creative manuscript. You will meet your supervisor at key points for editorial feedback.

Programme overview

Main Subject

English Language and Literature

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Based in the first UNESCO World City of Literature, this one-year, full-time taught masters programme in Creative Writing offers dedicated pathways in fiction or poetry.


Combining taught courses with a final dissertation guided by a supervisor, this programme gives you the chance to work within a structured academic environment and a supportive, international community of writers to hone and sharpen your creative practice.


There is a strong practical element to the programme, helping you develop your creative skills through:


  • participating in weekly poetry or fiction workshops
  • attending weekly craft-based seminars
  • presenting your work for peer discussion
  • hearing from guest writers and other professionals on the practicalities of life as a writer

You will also sharpen your critical thinking and editorial skills through:


  • reading and discussing published works on literature option courses
  • writing a creative dissertation in your chosen form (fiction or poetry)
  • You will also have the opportunity to work on and contribute to our publication ‘From Arthur’s Seat,’ an anthology of student work.


The taught portion of our programme culminates with the launch of the anthology and our annual publishing event, featuring professionals (agents, editors and festival organisers) from the industry. This event is organised by our Writer-in-Residence, and specifically designed for students on the MSc in Creative Writing. 


From the end of Semester 2 through the summer, you will work independently to produce your dissertation - an extended creative manuscript. You will meet your supervisor at key points for editorial feedback.

Admission Requirements

Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.

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