Literature, Drama and Creative Writing

MA CREATIVE WRITING (NON-FICTION)

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MA CREATIVE WRITING (NON-FICTION)

Start Year
2023
Attendance
Full Time
Award
Degree of Master of Arts
Duration (years)
1

Assessment for Year 1

Your compulsory modules are each assessed by a 5,000-word assignment. The topic is entirely your choice, and you will have ample opportunity to workshop possible assignment subjects and to discuss them with individual tutors. 

The subject of your 15,000-word dissertation is also entirely your choice. You’ll work with your supervisor over the early summer and submit it at the beginning of September. 

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Assessment for Year 1

Your compulsory modules are each assessed by a 5,000-word assignment. The topic is entirely your choice, and you will have ample opportunity to workshop possible assignment subjects and to discuss them with individual tutors. 

The subject of your 15,000-word dissertation is also entirely your choice. You’ll work with your supervisor over the early summer and submit it at the beginning of September. 

September 2023 opportunities. Discover more   
Register interest   
Open Days   

Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.

Entry Requirements

Degree classification

Bachelors degree - 2.1 or equivalent

Degree subject

Literary or related subject

Additional entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a sample of biographical writing or creative non-fiction of around 3000 words with their application.

Students for whom english is a foreign language

We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English. To ensure such students benefit from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. Our usual entry requirements are as follows:

  • IELTS: 7.0 (minimum 6.0 in each section and 7.0 in writing)

  • PTE (Pearson): 76 (minimum 64 in each section and 76 in writing)

Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.

Other tests, including Cambridge English exams and the Trinity Integrated Skills in English are also accepted by the university. The full list of accepted tests can be found here: Accepted English Language Tests

INTO UEA also run pre-sessional courses which can be taken prior to the start of your course. For further information and to see if you qualify please contact intopre-sessional@uea.ac.uk

Interviews

Promising candidates will be invited for an online interview with a member of the Creative Writing faculty and we aim to inform candidates of the outcome within five working days. Unsuccessful candidates are welcome to re-apply, though not within the same academic year. Successful candidates will either be offered a place for the forthcoming academic year or a place for the following academic year (if it is felt that they need more time to develop as a writer). Once the forthcoming year is ‘full’ candidates will be offered a place on our reserve list with the option of a place for the following academic year if a place does not become available.

Intakes

This course is open to UK, EU and International applicants. The annual intake for this course is in September each year.

Please note that those candidates offered a place on the course will not be able to defer their offer to the next year if they are unable to take up the offer of a place, however they are welcome to reapply the next year.

Course Reference Number: 7847844

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2023/24 are: 

  • UK Students: £9,500 (full time) 

  • International Students: £19,800 (full time)

If you choose to study part-time, the fee per annum will be half the annual fee for that year, or a pro-rata fee for the module credit you are taking (only available for Home students). 

We estimate living expenses at £1,023 per month. 

Further Information on tuition fees can be found here

 

Scholarships and Bursaries 

The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.

Course related costs

Please see Additional Course Fees for details of course-related costs.
Course Reference Number: 7847844

How to Apply

Applications for Postgraduate Taught programmes at the University of East Anglia should be made directly to the University.

To apply please use our online application form.

FURTHER INFORMATION

If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances prior to applying please do contact us:

Postgraduate Admissions Office
Tel: +44 (0)1603 591515
Email: admissions@uea.ac.uk

International candidates are also encouraged to access the International Students section of our website.

Course Reference Number: 7847844
Key details
Attendance
Full Time
Award
Degree of Master of Arts
Duration (years)
1
If you are looking for a degree that offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the diverse and exciting world of non-fiction, this programme is for you. One of the very few courses in the UK that allows you to concentrate on non-fiction, you’ll spend your time exploring a varied mix of non-fiction writing and develop your own projects through workshops and seminar discussion. You will gain an insight into the marketplace and into what it takes to become a professional non-fiction writer.
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