Master in Creative Writing MA

Tuition fees are 17,500 GBP per year.

Unleash Your Creative Potential

The MA in Creative Writing at the University of Derby offers a dynamic environment where you can research, workshop, and refine your writing practice across various platforms, including prose, poetry, scriptwriting, and creative non-fiction. This programme is designed for writers looking to deepen their craft, explore new forms, and gain a sophisticated understanding of the industry landscape.

Distinctive Features

• Pathway Specialisations: Choose to specialise in Creative Writing for Gaming or Creative Writing with Publishing, allowing for industry-aligned skill development.
• Industry Focus: Gain exposure to the business of writing with advice on contracts, tax, and pitching work to literary agents.
• Real-World Experience: Students have the opportunity to undertake work experience within the arts sector, such as collaborating on professional writers' conferences.
• Expert Mentorship: Learn from an active community of novelists, poets, and screenwriters, enriched by a recurring series of industry-leading guest lecturers.

The University of Derby, established in 1851 and based in Derby, United Kingdom, combines a strong practical focus with supportive student services. With around 19,685 students and a welcoming international community, Derby offers career-oriented programs across business, engineering, health, arts and sciences. The campus is known for close links to local industry, applied research and professional training that help students develop workplace-ready skills.

Programs often feature placements, live client briefs and industry collaborations that give students hands-on experience and networking opportunities. Facilities include modern workshops, simulation suites and enterprise hubs designed to foster innovation and employability. Academic staff typically maintain strong professional connections, ensuring that teaching reflects current practice and employer expectations.

International students benefit from dedicated support including pre-arrival guidance, English language help and career services focused on internships and graduate employment. Derby’s manageable campus size, supportive teaching approach and emphasis on vocational outcomes make it a good fit for students seeking practical training and direct routes into employment. The university’s community-oriented setting supports both academic growth and personal development.