Lancaster,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA Creative Writing (modular) in Lancaster United Kingdom | Lancaster University
Lancaster University
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Lancaster United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
23,875
(c. USD31,855.22)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Immerse yourself in studies near the stunning Lake District, birthplace of Romantic poetry and a muse for countless authors
Join intimate workshop sessions to refine your craft across novels, short stories, poetry collections, and screenplays
Discover the professional aspects of creative writing, including public readings, publishing strategies, and book promotion
Contribute to our student-led literary publications
Draw inspiration from our vibrant calendar of literary events held on campus, digitally, and in the historic Castle Quarter.
Lancaster pioneered creative writing education in UK universities. We maintain this legacy through our distinguished faculty of published authors across multiple genres.
Dedicated to your development
For over 50 years, we've nurtured emerging writers. Our approach centers on helping students cultivate their unique voice while mastering essential professional skills.
This student-centered philosophy remains core to our program, ensuring every module prioritizes your creative output.
Our diverse elective options allow exploration of classic forms like poetry and drama alongside contemporary areas such as digital storytelling, memoir, nature writing, and young adult fiction.
Guidance from industry leaders
Alongside your main writing project, you'll examine the ethical and practical considerations of publishing and media production. This is enhanced by guest lectures, individual mentoring, and masterclasses with our visiting professors - currently including Pulitzer Prize winner Paul Muldoon and graphic novelist Mary Talbot.
During your final term, you'll be paired with a specialist in your chosen genre to polish your culminating portfolio - work that's crafted to meet professional publishing standards.
Your weekly small-group sessions are complemented by larger cohort gatherings.
Ample opportunities exist for personal consultations with approachable, supportive tutors who take genuine interest in your work. You'll also benefit from an academic advisor who monitors your overall progress and provides additional guidance.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
2:1 degree in a related subject is normally required. We will also consider applications on an individual basis where you have a degree in other subjects, have a 2:2 or equivalent result or extensive relevant experience. You should clearly be able to demonstrate how your skills have prepared you for relevant discussions and assessments during postgraduate study. As part of your application you also need to provide
a portfolio of original writing (no more than 12 poems or 20 pages of prose/scriptwriting) showing potential for publication
We normally require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 7.0, and a minimum of 6.5 in each element of the test. ToEFL IBT or ToEFL IBT Home Edition with an overall score of at least 94, with a minimum of 20 in reading and listening, 21 in speaking and 24 in writing.
a portfolio of original writing (no more than 12 poems or 20 pages of prose/scriptwriting) showing potential for publication
We normally require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 7.0, and a minimum of 6.5 in each element of the test. ToEFL IBT or ToEFL IBT Home Edition with an overall score of at least 94, with a minimum of 20 in reading and listening, 21 in speaking and 24 in writing.
Tuition
GBP
23,875