87 Master's Programs in Creative Writing in Europe

Top universities for Creative Writing in Europe

Ranked by how many creative writing programs each one runs in Europe — the count is next to the name.

• Wageningen University and Research (9)
• University of East Anglia, Norwich (8)
• Coventry University, England (3)
• Edinburgh Napier University (3)
• Newcastle University (3)
• Swansea University (2)
• The University of Manchester (2)
• Manchester Metropolitan University (2)
• Kingston University, England (2)
• Birkbeck, University of London (2)

January intake in Europe

3 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Master in Creative and Critical Writing MA — Liverpool Hope University, Childwall · starts Jan 2027
• Master in MA Creative Writing — Manchester Metropolitan University · starts Jan 2027
• Master in MFA Creative Writing — Manchester Metropolitan University · starts Jan 2027

Masters (MS) in Creative Writing in Europe: common questions

How many creative writing programs are there in Europe?

87 creative writing masters programs at 55 universities in Europe are open to international students, as of 24 October 2026.

How much does a creative writing degree in Europe cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for master's programs in creative writing in Europe is 23,921 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 17,960 USD and 30,518 USD a year.

Can I study creative writing in Europe in English?

Yes — 94% of the creative writing programs in Europe in our catalog are taught in English (82 of 87).

Are any of these creative writing programs available online?

3 of the 87 programs in Europe are delivered online or by distance learning.