Program Overview

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Creative Writing, MA

Study and produce creative texts in every genre, explore the latest innovative writing, and learn about cultural contexts, research methods and creative industries within the heart of London.

In this creative writing master's, you will be guided by expert writers through each of the core genres of prose fiction, poetry, scriptwriting and creative non-fiction. You’ll be able to experiment with topics, styles, forms and hybrids, leading to a substantial portfolio of original creative work.

Among our innovative approaches to imaginative writing, we encourage students to explore links between texts and other disciplines, such as history, theory, politics, and cultural studies. Different writing techniques and reflective practices will help you advance your skills in textual analysis and encourage you to consider the opportunities and challenges of writing.

Creative writing graduates will be well-placed to pursue careers in writing, academia, research, journalism, publishing, teaching, and creative and heritage industries, amongst other occupations. The course also benefits practitioners in these fields who wish to advance their writing or career prospects.

School

Humanities and Social Sciences

Location

Greenwich Campus

Duration

• 1 years full-time
• 2 years part-time

Start month

September

Home /international fees 2025/26

• £11,325 /£17,975

What you should know about this course

• This new MA is taught by expert writers with internationally-recognised publications
• You will gain advanced understanding of contemporary writing in each of the core genres
• You will produce new writing in every genre and specialise in a genre of your choosing
• You will benefit from being taught by guest experts from around the world
• You will join a unique writing environment, rich with other writers and industry links, in the heart of London.

What you will study

Full time

Year 1

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Research Skills and Theories (30 credits)
• Writing Fictions (30 credits)
• Writing Performance (30 credits)
• Writing Poetry and Other Experiments (30 credits)
• The Creative Portfolio (60 credits)

Part time

Year 1

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Writing Fictions (30 credits)
• Writing Performance (30 credits)

Year 2

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Research Skills and Theories (30 credits)
• Writing Poetry and Other Experiments (30 credits)
• The Creative Portfolio (60 credits)

Entry requirements

UK citizens and permanent residents

An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in a relevant Humanities or Social Science subject.

Other subject areas may also be considered.

International entry requirements

The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.

For detailed information on the academic and English language requirements, please find your country in our directory.

How you will learn

Teaching

In a typical week, learning takes place through seminars in which tutors and students discuss and develop ideas prompted by set texts and guided reading. This may be supplemented by one-to-one consultations and visits to relevant museums, archives, or historical sites. Teaching takes place on the Greenwich campus.

Class sizes

You will benefit from a combination of small class sizes for workshops and a larger cohort for shared seminars with the MA Literary London. You will also have one-to-one tutorials with and receive personalised feedback from lecturers and other experts on your writing.

Independent learning

Outside timetabled sessions, you'll need to dedicate significant time each week to self-study. This may involve further reading and research, analysing set texts, and producing and editing your writing.

Fees and funding

Fees information

Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning
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Home | £11,325 | £1,887 per 30 credits | N/A
International | £17,975 | £2,996 per 30 credits | N/A

Scholarships and bursaries

We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.

The Greenwich Bursary

This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.

EU Bursary

Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.

Careers and placements

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

A postgraduate degree in this field will allow you to embed the research training necessary for embarking on extended independent scholarship along with the delivery of subject knowledge, understanding and expertise.

Graduates have the potential to pursue careers in writing, academia, research, journalism, publishing, teaching, and creative and heritage industries, amongst other occupations.

Do you provide employability services?

Our services are designed to help you achieve your potential and support your transition towards a rewarding graduate career.

The University's Employability and Careers Service (ECS) provides support when you are preparing to apply for jobs. Support includes CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops.

Each School also has its own Employability Officer, who works closely with the sector and who may be able to provide specific opportunities relevant to your own course.