About the course

Based in the first UNESCO World City of Literature, this one-year, full-time taught Masters programme is tailored towards your practice in either fiction or poetry.

　　There is a strong practical element to the programme, helping you develop your creative skills through:

　　workshops

　　presenting your work for peer discussion

　　hearing from guest writers and other professionals on the practicalities of life as a writer

　　You will also sharpen your critical skills through:

　　seminars exploring the particulars of your chosen form

　　option courses in literature, helping you move from theoretical considerations to practical applications

　　The programme culminates with the publication of ‘From Arthur’s Seat’, an anthology of student work. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2026	Edinburgh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Edinburgh

A UK masters degree with distinction, or its international equivalent, in creative writing, normally with distinction.

　　IELTS: total 7.0 (at least 6.5 in each module)

　　TOEFL-iBT: total 100 (at least 23 in each module)

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

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World ranking

　　30th / 1250

　　THE World ranking12th / 130

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