MSc Creative Writing

These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in any discipline. This will often be in a directly related subject like English Literature/Creative Writing, but we welcome applicants from all academic backgrounds.

Applicants who are entered into selection will be asked to provide a sample of written work to enable their suitability for the programme to be assessed.

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You must take these courses
Creative Writing Core Course 1
Must be taken during Semester 1

ENLI11026
40 credits
Creative Writing Core Course 2
Must be taken during Semester 2

ENLI11027
40 credits
MSc Creative Writing Dissertation
Must be passed at 50% and taken during Block 5 (Sem 2) and beyond

ENLI11032
60 credits