MA Creative Writing and Publishing
MA Creative Writing and Publishing is an exciting and innovative Master’s programme offered by the University of Lincoln in partnership with The Guardian.
Fusing academia and creativity with industry insights, this programme offers students the opportunity to develop their skills and build a portfolio with support from an academic coach and professionals in the publishing industry.
Teaching is enhanced by workshops, readings, and masterclasses by acclaimed authors from a range of genres. Past speakers have included Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy, naturalist Chris Packham, and art historian Andrew Graham-Dixon. Professionals from major publishers will contribute to the teaching and support, alongside Guardian editors and writers, such as Associate Editor for Culture Claire Armitstead, freelance writer Stuart Heritage, and interviewer Simon Hattenstone
A focus on the business of publishing aims to prepare students for entering the competitive world of contemporary publishing, as well as to develop the necessary skills such as creating an elevator pitch and writing first-rate submission letters to attract publishers and agents, building an understanding of what editors are looking for, and learning about the publisher/reader relationship.
Campus Information
Brayford Pool campus
Our stunning Brayford Pool campus is situated in the city centre with academic buildings, accommodation, shops, restaurants and cinema all within walking distance.
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 14
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
This course aims to prepare students for entering the competitive world of contemporary publishing, as well as to engage with necessary skills such as creating an elevator pitch and writing first-rate submission letters to attract publishers and agents, develop an understanding of what editors are looking for, and learn about the publisher/reader relationship.
Through a combination of academic study and workshop activities, the programme can enhance the transferable skills within creative writing, preparing students for occupations in areas such as publishing, lifestyle journalism, and public relations.
PSW Opportunity
UK has announced 2 years PSW for 2021 graduates.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Applicants will require a first or second class honours degree from any subject. Relevant professional experience will also be considered.
International Students who require a Tier 4 student visa are not eligible to apply for this course but international students on alternative appropriate visas may apply.
Bangladesh
Prospective students require one of the following qualifications:
- Successful completion of a 4 year Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution. A minimum of 65% overall, or a GPA of 3.5, is generally considered comparable to a 2:1. A minimum of 60% overall, or a GPA of 3.0, is generally considered comparable to a 2:2.
- Successful completion of a Master's degree from a recognized institution, preceded by a 3 year Bachelor's degree
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.
India
Prospective students require a good Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution in India (or the UK) with a minimum grade of 50%.
English Language Requirements
Prospective students require one of the following qualifications:
- A minimum of 70% in the Standard XII awarded by CISCE or CBSE (for courses requiring IELTS 6.0). These qualifications should usually have been completed no more than 5 years before enrolling at the University of Lincoln. However, this requirement will usually be waived for applicants who achieved the required High School English grade and subsequently completed a degree in their home country that was taught fully in English. An official letter from the previous institution, confirming that the degree was taught in English, may be required.
- IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.
Nepal
Entry requirements vary depending on the course. Typically we require a good Bachelor (Hons) degree from a recognised institution with a minimum of 60% (4-year Bachelor degree).
English Language Requirements
Prospective students require the following qualifications:
- IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.
Pakistan
Entry requirements for postgraduate (Master's degree) programs vary by course, although typically range from a GPA of 2.5 – 3.0 (out of 4) if you have studied at a Public university*.
Specific information on postgraduate entry requirements can be found on the individual program pages.
For comparison purposes, a GPA of 2.5 (out of 4) is the equivalent of a 2:2 honors degree. A GPA of 3.0 (out of 4) is the equivalent of a 2:1 honors degree.
English Language Requirements
- English language requirements vary by program although typically range from IELTS 6.0 – 7.0 (or equivalent).
Students who do not meet the above English language requirements may be eligible for entry onto a Pre Sessional English and Academic Study Skills (PEASS) course.
Sri Lanka
Prospective students require a good Bachelors's degree from a recognized institution.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.
- Course Code: CRWPUBMA
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
12000 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: N/A
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