Program Overview
The Fine Arts - Creative Writing at University of East Anglia is a Master programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Fine Arts - Creative Writing programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 14,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Norwich, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Fine Arts - Creative Writing programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Creative Writing and Research Seminars
- Creative Writing Dissertation
- Creative\xa0\xa0Writing
- Adaptation and Interpretation
- Creative-Critical Writing Workshop: Prose
- Criticism/Critique
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Degree Subject UK BA (Hons) 2:1 or equivalent preferred but not essential.
- Special Entry Requirements Admission by application, portfolio of writing, personal statement, and interview.
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): 68 (minimum 55 in each section and 68 in writing)
Interviews
Promising candidates will be invited to one of our interview days, which are scheduled across the academic year. Typically a candidate will be interviewed by two members 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 \xc2\x91full\xc2\x92 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. If you are living overseas, the interview may be undertaken by telephone or preferably by Skype at a mutually convenient time.
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.Special Entry Requirements
Candidates will be expected to submit a portfolio of writing for assessment of between 3000 and 5000 words, which could be part of a novel in progress or a piece or pieces of short fiction.English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of East Anglia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of East Anglia
University of East Anglia
Norwich, United Kingdom
University of East Anglia is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 24 months