Program Overview
The Professional Creative Writing at Coventry University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 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 Professional 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 12,656 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,374 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Coventry, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Creative Writing 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
- The Novel, the Graphic Novel and Creative Non-Fiction
- Writing for Stage and Television
- Writing Genre Fiction
- Creative Dissertation
- Writing for Film and Video Production
- Poetry and Style in a Digital Age
- Eco-writing
- Multimodal Writing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants to the Professional Creative Writing MA should normally possess a good honours degree (first class, 2.1 or equivalent) in a cognate discipline. Students with a good honours degree from non-cognate disciplines are encouraged to apply on the basis of submission of a portfolio of creative work.
Candidates with professional or industry experience, and/or other relevant training and experience may be admitted with other qualifications. Mature and non-traditional entry students are welcome: applicants without formal qualifications but professional writing experience may be admitted on the basis of interview and submission of supporting material. Applicants who can demonstrate considerable experience at an appropriate professional level but who do not have the formal academic entry qualifications may also be admitted, subject to an assessment of their application.
Applications are encouraged from all suitably qualified persons irrespective of age, race, gender or disability. The applications and admissions procedure conforms to the University\'s policy on equal opportunities. General requirements are in line with University Policy.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,656 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,374 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,656 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,374 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Coventry 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 Coventry University
Coventry University
Coventry, United Kingdom
Coventry University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months