Creative Writing (F71) (Taught)

This qualification is an opportunity to develop your skills as a writer in fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction and scriptwriting for film, radio and the stage. You'll be able to write in a genre of your choice and experiment with at least one other through practical and inspiring activities. You'll also hone your practice through sharing, reading and critiquing the writing of your peers in online forums. You’ll work towards producing a substantial piece of your own creative writing to a professional standard.

Key features of the course

• Develop writing skills and awareness of approaches to writing

• Progress and hone sophisticated writing skills in at least one genre

• Gain a sound knowledge of, and ability in, a secondary genre

• Engage in sharing, critiquing and reviewing a variety of writing by your peers

• Prepare a substantial piece of work to a professional standard.

To gain this qualification you’ll complete two compulsory modules:

MA Creative Writing part 1
This module is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction and scriptwriting, using practical writing, reading and research activities.

MA Creative Writing part 2
Specialising in fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction or script writing, you will work towards a substantial piece of creative writing produced to a professional standard.