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Creative Writing (Plays and Screenplays)

City University of London
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #7
Tuition GBP 7,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline Feb, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Botswana, Botswana
Language English

Program Overview

The Creative Writing (Plays and Screenplays) at City University of London is a MA programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Creative Writing (Plays and Screenplays) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Arab Emirates and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: GBP 7,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: London, United Arab Emirates

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Creative Writing (Plays and Screenplays) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Writing Workshop
  2. Dramatic Writing
  3. Storytelling
  4. Own Play or Script
  5. The Production Business.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You will usually have an Honours degree in any subject. Successful completion of a certificate course in creative writing, professional qualifications or relevant experience, such as acting or directing or writing professionally may also be acceptable. The prime criteria are proven ability and commitment to completing a play or screenplay. Mature students are encouraged to apply. If in doubt about your qualifications please contact us before applying.


English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 7,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 7,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact City University of London 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 City University of London

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City University of London

Botswana, Botswana

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University Profile
  • Application Deadline Feb, 2027
  • Start Date Oct, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months