Master of Arts - Creative Writing and the Writing Industries
Epinal Way, Loughborough, United Kingdom
388376
Last updated: 20/05/2025
About Master of Arts - Creative Writing and the Writing Industries
The MA in Creative Writing and the Writing Industries enables graduates to refine and apply their writing skills in the contemporary context, while gaining comprehensive knowledge of the writing industries. This includes publishing pathways, professional practices, and cultural communications.
Postgraduate study in English at Loughborough University is tailored for graduates who aspire to shape and interpret the literary cultures of the 21st century. The courses offer an inclusive and practical approach to textual study and expression, allowing students to enhance their understanding and creation of contemporary writing through peer learning and hands-on projects.
Students will be supported to organise and host a literary festival, contributing to the modern literary scene. They will also join a vibrant community of scholars and experts on campus who will assist in pursuing intellectual goals, whether academic, cultural, or commercial.
The Creative Writing and the Writing Industries master's programme includes core creative writing modules, alongside professional development. Students will explore how writing, skills, and aspirations are interconnected. Workshops will cover a variety of genres in fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry, as well as sessions on planning, structuring, and editing completed work in their chosen form. The course also covers the role of writers in diverse settings such as the Heritage Sector, community arts, and events. Additionally, students will receive training in research skills, including how to access information from various sources, which are essential for postgraduate study, writing a dissertation, and working as a professional writer.
Who should study this programme?
The MA in Creative Writing and the Writing Industries is designed for students who aspire to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue careers across a wide range of sectors. These include the writing industries, arts and heritage, events management, fundraising, publishing, and teaching. While the course is suitable for students with a background in creative writing, it is also open to individuals who can demonstrate a track record of writing and engagement in developing their craft.
The MA is taught by lecturers with diverse profiles, including industry experience, practicing writers, and academic experts. Students will have the opportunity to experiment with new genres, work on longer writing projects, and co-organise a literary festival. This programme is ideal for students looking to develop as writers while gaining key experience and transferable skills for related sectors.
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