English and Creative Writing (Screenwriting)
Southern New Hampshire UniversityProgram Overview
The English and Creative Writing (Screenwriting) at Southern New Hampshire University 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 English and Creative Writing (Screenwriting) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 627 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 627 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
- Location: Manchester, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the English and Creative Writing (Screenwriting) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Poetry Fundamentals
- Fiction Fundamentals
- Non-Fiction Fundamentals
- Fiction and Film
- Studies in Place and Setting
- Contemporary Writers and Publishing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Acceptance decisions are made on a rolling basis throughout the year for our five graduate terms. You can apply at any time and get a decision within days of submitting all required materials. To apply, simply contact an admission counselor, who can help you explore financial options. Your counselor can also walk you through the application process, which involves completing a graduate application ($40 fee) and providing undergraduate transcripts.
Candidates must also submit a statement of purpose and a writing sample. Students with an undergraduate GPA below 2.75 are eligible for provisional acceptance. Based on your educational background, some Master of Arts provisional students may be required to take SNHU 501 Introduction to Graduate Studies which will provide students with the scholarly tools to be successful in their Master of Arts program of study.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 627 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 627 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 627 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 627 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Southern New Hampshire University 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 Southern New Hampshire University
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, United States
Private university in New Hampshire, U.S.
University Profile- Application Deadline Oct, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
