Newcastle upon Tyne,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD Creative Writing in Newcastle United Kingdom | Newcastle University
Newcastle University
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Newcastle United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
22,800
(c. USD30,420.9)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our MPhil and PhD programs in Creative Writing enable you to create an original, significant creative work alongside an accompanying academic thesis.
With our expert supervision, collaborative networks, and enthusiasm for creative writing, you'll join a vibrant, imaginative, and resource-rich research environment.
Our diverse team of accomplished writers, all experts in their disciplines, provide supervision for MPhil and PhD candidates in Creative Writing. Specializations encompass: poetry, fiction (including children's and young adult literature)
dramatic writing for theater, film, or broadcasting, creative nonfiction such as: memoirs, biographies, narrative nonfiction, essays
travel literature, nature writing, and place-based works
We maintain robust connections with numerous partners who offer extensive resources, expertise, and opportunities:
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A 2:1 honours degree or above, or international equivalent, in English Literature or a related field. We also usually expect a master's degree, or international equivalent, at merit or above in Creative Writing or the equivalent in publications/performances.
Along with your application you will be asked to submit examples of your creative writing for example, two short stories, six poems or a short script.
We especially encourage applications from students who feel they may face specific barriers in accessing higher education or who belong to groups who are under-represented in UK Higher Education. These include, but are not limited to, first-generation students, applicants from minoritised ethnic groups, applicants returning to full-time education after a break, applicants with caring responsibilities, or applicants with disabilities. The School is committed to supporting you. If you would like to discuss how we can do so, please contact the Postgraduate Research Director, Professor Michael Rossington:
IELTS - 7.0 overall (with a minimum of 6.5 in writing, and 6.0 in all other sub-skills)
TOEFL IBT or TOEFL IBT Special Home Edition - 100 overall (with a minimum of 19 in listening, 20 in reading, 22 in speaking, and 22 in writing)
Along with your application you will be asked to submit examples of your creative writing for example, two short stories, six poems or a short script.
We especially encourage applications from students who feel they may face specific barriers in accessing higher education or who belong to groups who are under-represented in UK Higher Education. These include, but are not limited to, first-generation students, applicants from minoritised ethnic groups, applicants returning to full-time education after a break, applicants with caring responsibilities, or applicants with disabilities. The School is committed to supporting you. If you would like to discuss how we can do so, please contact the Postgraduate Research Director, Professor Michael Rossington:
IELTS - 7.0 overall (with a minimum of 6.5 in writing, and 6.0 in all other sub-skills)
TOEFL IBT or TOEFL IBT Special Home Edition - 100 overall (with a minimum of 19 in listening, 20 in reading, 22 in speaking, and 22 in writing)
Tuition
GBP
22,800