Ma Creative And Critical Writing

University of Liverpool

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Qualification

1 Year

Course duration

8/31/2025

Start Date

US$31123

Fee

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The MA Creative and Critical writing develops your abilities through a combination of creative engagement with prose and drama on writing and placement modules, and a critical study of literature. The programme offers a unique placement module through which you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience as a writer in residence at one of the University of Liverpool’s partner institutions in the city. As a writer in residence in locations such as museums and galleries, you will be able to develop professional skills through activities such as writing in response to exhibitions, or running creative writing workshops. Assessment will take the form of a portfolio consisting of creative work and reflections on the experience and requirements of the writer-in-residence role. Through core modules on contemporary prose and drama/screenwriting, you will develop your writing ability and professional awareness (i.e. submitting to agents, editorial pitches). Liverpool offers a stimulating environment in which to study Creative and Critical Writing, thanks to its lively events calendar (including the Liverpool Literary Festival and literary events through the Centre for New and International Writing); the University’s connections to local literary partners such as the Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse; the presence of three AHRC/BBC New Generation Thinkers in the Department of English alone; and masterclasses with visiting writers (e.g. the Hope Street Writer in Residence).

For international students

You will normally need a 2:1 honours degree, or above, or equivalent. This degree should preferably be in a relevant subject, such as English Literature or Creative Writing.; Applicants with honours degrees in other subjects will be considered on an individual basis and may be invited for interview. Overall IELTS 6.5, no less than 6.0 in component scores. TOEFL iBT: 88 or above with minimum scores in components as follows: Listening and Writing 19, Reading 19, Speaking 20.

1 Year - Full time

Fee

£24,100.00 (US$ 31,123) per yearAccommodation - 600 to 900. This is a fixed fee Please check with institution

Start Date

8/31/2025

Address

Liverpool Campus, Foundation Building, Brownlow Hill, Liverpool, L69 7ZX, England, United Kingdom

About

A founding member of the esteemed Russell Group, the University of Liverpool has plenty to shout about. Currently placed 36th in the Complete University Guide UK 2019 the university is consistently ranked within the top 200 universities worldwide (THE 2018/19, QS 2018/19, ARWU 2018).
The university is first in the Russell Group for graduate employability, with 94% of all Liverpool graduates in professional employment or further study within six months of graduation. Graduates also received the second highest salaries, in comparison to other universities in the Northwest region, five years after graduating (LEO 2017).
The university is always looking for ways to improve its campus, and has recently invested GBP 800 million into its campus and academic facilities. There are plenty of on-campus amenities to make use of, ranging from a fitness centre to a nightclub, and libraries which are open 24/7 during term time.
The Student Union was voted the best in the country at the NUS Awards in 2016. There are more than 250 sports clubs and societies for students to enjoy where they can try new things and make friends.
Liverpool is an inexpensive city to live in and it was the 2018 winner of WhatUni’s? students’ choice award for ‘best city life’ The birthplace of the Beatles, Liverpool has a vibrant cultural scene, countless shops and bars, clubs, music venues and dining options for all to enjoy outside of studying.
The university’s international community is large with more than 8,000 students travelling from over 130 countries to study there every year. International students are also encouraged to take up the numerous overseas study opportunities available in countries including China, Australia, Canada, USA and Europe.

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