"A novel is balanced between a few true impressions and the multitude of false ones that make up most of what we call life". Saul Bellow

Writing a novel is a long haul.  This Masters level module will give you the tools and support you will need.  Who can apply? Firstly people who are seriously committed to writing creatively.  You must be a practicing  (but not necessarily published) writer wishing to develop your craft in a supportive and informed environment. 
 

The Course

The course will be partly taught and partly student led in that students will present their own work on a weekly basis. The critiquing of this work will provide the group with an opportunity to further develop critical skills, and a range of themes and experiences in writing as well as providing continual opportunity for formative assessment.

Students will be expected to produce a portfolio consisting of an 8,000 – 10,000 word novel extract, submitted at the end of the course.  This must demonstrate an understanding of the components of the novel with regard to structure, character, dialogue, viewpoint, beginnings, endings and sustainability of interest.  A critical appraisal of 2,000 words must also be submitted, which will focus on the process of writing, and will demonstrate that the student has carried an idea through by way of drafts and has an understanding of potential readership/marketing.

Apply early for this popular course as places are limited.

Detailed course information:

Click here for the latest course handbook (PDF, 67KB)
 

Course dates for 2011/12

13th October 2011 to 5th July 2012
Thursdays 7pm – 9pm

Sessions will take place on the following days:

Term 1: October 13, 20, 27; November 3, 10, 17, 24; December 1, 8, 15
Term 2: January 19, 26; February 2, 9, 16, 23; March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Term 3: April 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 5.

Please note, course dates are subject to change.  

Course fees for 2011/2

For UK/EU students, £750.
For International Students, £1867.

If you are not sure whether you are a UK/EU student or an International student, please email edu.cce.admiss@uea.ac.uk and we will send you a Fee Status form to complete.

Students may pay their course fees in instalments by arrangement with our Finance office after they have been invoiced (some time into the course).
 

Entry requirements

This course is open to those who have already studied creative writing at level 3 or beyond, or to those students with significant experience of writing creatively.
 
Applicants are asked to provide a sample of recent writing (approximately 500 words) and to produce a brief CV giving details of any publications, courses studied and other relevant experience, and a short personal statement giving reasons for wishing to study at this level.
 

Applications

Applications are now closed for 2011 entry.

For further information, or to register your interest for 2012 entry, please email the admissions team at edu.cce.admiss@uea.ac.uk, or telephone 01603 593252.
 

Updated: 14th Deceber 2011