Creative Writing MA
Course Overview - Creative Writing MA
Why study creative writing at York?
Develop your creative writing skills whilst analysing the critical histories that influence them. From poetry to prose fiction, or screenwriting to playwriting, you can write your own creative journey. Youll join a vibrant creative community, filled with experts in literature and the creative industries. Well enhance your critical skills and support you to become a confident, creative professional.
Make use of truly special facilities. Youll have full use of industry-standard reh...
<strong>Why study creative writing at York?</strong><br/><br/><strong>Develop your creative writing skills whilst analysing the critical histories that influence them</strong>. From poetry to prose fiction, or screenwriting to playwriting, you can write your own creative journey. Youll join a vibrant creative community, filled with experts in literature and the creative industries. Well enhance your critical skills and support you to become a confident, creative professional.<br/><br/><strong>Make use of truly special facilities</strong>. Youll have full use of industry-standard rehearsal and production facilities for creative investigation of plays and performance texts, and to develop your own work. You can also explore the history of print in the Thin Ice Press, our very own print studio.<br/><br/><strong>Dedicated careers and employability support</strong>. Youll draw on the expertise of multiple subject leaders to think about how the skills you gain will help your career. Youll also be supported to navigate the many resources and opportunities available. We regularly advertise careers events by industry experts.<br/><br/><strong>Explore your passion for writing beyond your course</strong>. Englishs Writers at York series brings contemporary writers to the department for readings and workshops. The School of Arts and Creative Technologies also regularly bring in industry speakers. You can also get involved in a wide range of societies, including PrintSoc, the Universitys Print and Press Society.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
Unknown
Institution Code
Y50
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £12,000 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £26,900 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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