MA in Literature and Creative Writing in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex

Drawing on the knowledge of our academic experts and creative professionals, you'll earn a truly distinctive degree that combines the closely related fields of literature and creative writing. The program covers diverse writing styles, from lyrical poetry to modern fiction, with the flexibility to pursue either a creative-practice or theoretical approach. At Essex, you can tailor your literature and creative writing studies to match your passions.
Examine literary works across eras, cultures, and styles while developing your skills through hands-on creative writing courses. Workshops like our Creative Writing module refine your craft, encouraging originality and creative exploration.
Graduates with this qualification pursue diverse careers as authors, editors, publishing professionals, academics, educators, reporters, arts coordinators, theater directors, drama consultants, and language specialists.
As one of just 11 UK institutions with AHRC-recognized Doctoral Training Centre status, we provide funded PhD positions alongside extensive research and skill-building programs.

Our Student Development Team additionally supports students in securing valuable internships, work placements, and volunteer roles to complement their studies.