Creative Writing

Entry requirements

2:1 (or international equivalent) and a masters degree at Merit level or above.

Applicants without a masters degree who can demonstrate equivalent expertise should contact the School of English at english-enquiries@nottingham.ac.uk

Months of entry

February, October

Course content

Nottingham is a fantastic place to study creative writing. From readings to workshops, to guest lectures, we have a wide range of literary and cultural activities on offer. Since 2015, we've also been a UNESCO City of Literature, offering an annual programme of literary events.

You will join a friendly and supportive research community, which provides the opportunity to:

• Meet established and emerging writers at our ‘Off The Page’ event series
• Write for Impact, the university magazine
• Take part in the Nottingham Poetry Exchange’s open-mic sessions, magazine, and reading group
• Write or direct for Nottingham New Theatre
• Join the Creative Writing Society: write for Firefly magazine, or share your podcasts and blogs
• Get editing experience through The Letters Page online journal, working with award-winning writer Jon McGregor