Creative Writing

Overview

What you learn

Transform your passion for reading into the ability to produce prose worthy of public recognition. Whatever your genre of preference, be it literary fiction, non-fiction, or the likes of fantasy, mystery or romance – you will have the opportunity to hone your writing skills and discover the techniques seminal writers have used to significant effect:

• Push your creative boundaries and give shape to a strong and original voice

• Expand your knowledge of the literary canon and acquire the art of reading as a literary writer 

• Gain in-depth knowledge of structure which will help you towards a deeper understanding of your writing process 

• Become conversant with a range of textual elements such as the use of dialogue, point of view, perspective and sensory detail and apply learned techniques to your preferred writing genre 

• Take your place within the international writing community. Critique the work of others and engender the view of published writers as colleagues from who you can learn 

• Develop your practice as a writer, understand the editing and re-drafting process necessary to produce prose of a publishable standard                                                                                                                                      

How you're assessed

All assessments for the MA in Creative Writing from The University of Hull are based on coursework and assignments submitted online. Your performance on the course will be evaluated through a range of methods including:

• Practical work, including group projects and discussion forums

• Written work, including case studies, reports and essays

You will also receive tutor and peer feedback to help improve your work. 

Career prospects

By studying this course, you'll gain valuable transferable skills which are in-demand across the creative industries and beyond. MA Creative Writing graduates often go into successful careers in a broad range of industries, such as:

• Professional writing/authorship

• Marketing and PR

• Heritage and tourism

• Journalism and broadcasting

• Museum curating

• Banking

• Education