Coventry,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MPhil/PhD in Literary Practice in Coventry United Kingdom | University of Warwick
University of Warwick
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Coventry United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
23,070
(c. USD30,973.32)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Creative writing is gaining recognition in academic institutions throughout Europe and the English-speaking world. Pursuing a doctoral degree in creative practice can prepare you for teaching or research roles in higher education, whether in the UK or internationally. This program may appeal to those who wish to develop a novel, short story collection, poetry anthology, or creative nonfiction work under the mentorship of established authors and educators, while also exploring connections between their writing and literary traditions, theories, and contemporary trends.
Though presented in creative formats, PhD dissertations require thorough research, critical analysis, and active engagement with academic communities.
Our PhD candidates benefit from guidance by renowned writers and scholars, access to vibrant physical and digital writing communities, and the extensive artistic and intellectual resources of a top-tier university situated near multiple culturally rich urban centers.
Duration
3-4 years full-time
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Minimum requirements
Applicants should normally hold a BA (classmark 2:i or First or the international equivalent thereof) and an MA/MFA/MPhil in a subject related to the proposed doctoral project with a grade of at least 65 or the international equivalent thereof.
Evidence of publication would be preferred but is not essential. We require two references from people familiar with your work and, if English was not the medium of instruction for your previous degrees, an IELTS score of at least 7.5 or equivalent.
In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to vary these conditions for applicants who are able to demonstrate compelling evidence of advanced writing experience and an awareness of the critical requirements of creative writing practice in an academic environment. This would require the submission of both creative and critical writing reaching at least the standards of MA-level work.
Places on the PhD are awarded following a holistic assessment of the application, which includes consideration of the applicant's academic qualifications, the strength and originality of the proposal (including the critical component), the quality of the writing sample(s) submitted, and the availability of suitable supervisors.
English language requirements
Band C
IELTS overall (Academic) score of 7.5 and component scores.
TOEFL (IBT) - 108 None below 23
Applicants should normally hold a BA (classmark 2:i or First or the international equivalent thereof) and an MA/MFA/MPhil in a subject related to the proposed doctoral project with a grade of at least 65 or the international equivalent thereof.
Evidence of publication would be preferred but is not essential. We require two references from people familiar with your work and, if English was not the medium of instruction for your previous degrees, an IELTS score of at least 7.5 or equivalent.
In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to vary these conditions for applicants who are able to demonstrate compelling evidence of advanced writing experience and an awareness of the critical requirements of creative writing practice in an academic environment. This would require the submission of both creative and critical writing reaching at least the standards of MA-level work.
Places on the PhD are awarded following a holistic assessment of the application, which includes consideration of the applicant's academic qualifications, the strength and originality of the proposal (including the critical component), the quality of the writing sample(s) submitted, and the availability of suitable supervisors.
English language requirements
Band C
IELTS overall (Academic) score of 7.5 and component scores.
TOEFL (IBT) - 108 None below 23
Tuition
GBP
23,070