Masters by Research Creative Writing
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
A University of Hertfordshire research degree is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research. It develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills which are honed over an extended period, depending on the level of the award. You will produce an original piece of writing for the duration of the degree, with one-to-one supervision from a professional writer in your chosen genre.
The supervisor will work with you to progress your creative project and provide formative feedback as you work towards the final submission. The degree is assessed solely based on the final creative writing submission and the critical research thesis. To apply for a Masters by Research at the University of Hertfordshire you should have a specific developed
Key highlights
- Produce an original piece of creative writing across the degree
- One-to-one supervision from a professional writer in your genre
- Ongoing formative feedback as your creative project develops
- Assessed solely on final creative submission and critical research thesis
- Develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include relevant discipline; or above
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Author
- Novelist
- Editor
- Copywriter
- Creative writing tutor
- Content writer
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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