12 monthsProgramme duration
01 Nov, 2025Application Deadline
Programme overview
Main Subject
English Language and Literature
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The English and Linguistics programme at Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka, the University of Otago, offers a Master of Creative Writing ( MCW ). The year-long, full-time course enables candidates to engage in a significant piece of original creative writing in the form of fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction or another agreed genre or mix of genres. Study by distance is also possible.
The course will be taught through a combination of group writing workshops and one-on-one supervision by an established writer. It will be supplemented by special events featuring guest writers and public readings.
Programme overview
Main Subject
English Language and Literature
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The English and Linguistics programme at Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka, the University of Otago, offers a Master of Creative Writing ( MCW ). The year-long, full-time course enables candidates to engage in a significant piece of original creative writing in the form of fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction or another agreed genre or mix of genres. Study by distance is also possible.
The course will be taught through a combination of group writing workshops and one-on-one supervision by an established writer. It will be supplemented by special events featuring guest writers and public readings.
Admission Requirements
- Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
- Every applicant will:
- submit a portfolio of creative writing (published or unpublished, or a combination) for the consideration of the selection committee; AND
- have either:
- an honours degree in English (or a related field) with a GPA of B+ or above, or
- a substantial publication record as a creative writer
- In considering an applicant’s qualifications, regard will be given to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant’s performance in the programme.
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