Creative Writing

689 Master's degrees in Creative Writing

Columbia University4,3(91)

Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Writing - Poetry

The Writing - Poetry program at Columbia University is one of the strongest and most rigorous in the country. The program’s focus is, always, on students’ creative work, but we also emphasize an in-depth study of poetry and poetics unlike any other curriculum offered elsewhere.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$77,840/yr

Bath Spa University4,2(28)

Bath, United Kingdom

Nature and Travel Writing

The MA in Nature and Travel Writing at Bath Spa University offers a unique opportunity for aspiring writers to explore the intersection of nature, culture, and travel. This part-time, two-year course is designed to accommodate your lifestyle while equipping you with the skills necessary to become a published author in these compelling genres.

M.A. Part-time Blended

2 years$12,511/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Professional Writing - Research Administration and Sponsored Programmes (Online)

Do you have a passion for the written word? Perhaps writing has always been of particular interest to you, and you’d like to turn your writing acumen into a career. If this sounds like you, Liberty University’s Professional Writing - Research Administration and Sponsored Programmes (Online) degree may be a great fit for you.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

2 years$11,610/yr

Northeastern University London4,7(3)

Online Top 5% in Worldwide

Contemporary Creative Writing

The Master of Arts in Contemporary Creative Writing from Northeastern University London equips students with the knowledge, craft skills and discipline needed to be a creative writer now.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

1 year$13,540/yr

Southern New Hampshire University4,5(66)

Online

English and Creative Writing - Fiction Online

Literature has long been a source of inspiration, both for readers and writers. In Southern New Hampshire University's MA in English and Creative Writing - Fiction Online, you can find your creative voice and tell your story.

M.Sc. Part-time Online

1 year, 3 months$18,979/yr

Unitec Institute of Technology4,1(10)

Auckland, New Zealand

Creative Practice

The Creative Practice programme at Unitec Institute of Technology is a Level 9 master's degree designed for artistic innovation. This 180-credit qualification offers full-time study over 18 months or a three-year part-time route. Students refine professional skills through research-led projects in a dynamic studio environment.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

1½ year$17,960/yr

Humber Polytechnic4,2(88)

Toronto, Canada

Film and Multiplatform Storytelling

The Film and Multiplatform Storytelling graduate certificate program from Humber Polytechnic is designed to address the growing demand for trained professionals capable of producing tailored content for multiplatform delivery.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus

1½ year$14,266/yr

Saint Cloud State University4,4(5)

Saint Cloud, United States

Writing Studies and Rhetoric

Pursuing a master's degree in Writing Studies and Rhetoric from Saint Cloud State University will help you develop strong reading, writing and critical thinking skills, It will also help prepare you for careers in teaching, writing, communication or editing, or for further study at the doctoral level.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$10,147/yr

Eastern Michigan University4,4(7)

Ypsilanti, United States

Writing Studies

This Writing Studies program at Eastern Michigan University prepares students for careers in professional writing, editing, publishing, or teaching writing at the elementary, secondary, or community college levels. It also provides thorough preparation for Ph.D. studies in rhetoric and composition.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +3

1 year$20,916/yr

Antioch University4,6(12)

Culver City, United States

Creative Writing

Antioch University’s low-residency MFA in Creative Writing program is devoted not only to the education of literary and dramatic artists but to community engagement and the pursuit of social justice.

M.F.A. Part-time Blended

2 years$24,008/yr

The Open University UK4,2(173)

Online Top 5% in Worldwide

Creative Writing

This Creative Writing MA programme from The Open University UK is an opportunity to develop your skills as a writer in fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction and scriptwriting for film, radio and the stage.

M.A. Part-time Online

2 years$8,339/yr

University of New Orleans4,4(8)

New Orleans, United States

Creative Writing

The University of New Orleans Creative Writing Workshop (CWW) is our resident graduate program in fiction writing, nonfiction writing, poetry writing, play writing and screen writing. Its curriculum requires forty-five credits of graduate work, culminating in a creative thesis and leading to the MFA degree.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$13,678/yr

University of South Carolina3,7(6)

Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Creative Writing

The Creative Writing MFA program from University of South Carolina offers students the intimacy of a small program along with award-winning faculty, unique professional development opportunities, and world-class visiting writers.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$29,760/yr

OnCampus London4,1(35)

London, United Kingdom

Creative Writing - Pre-Master's Programme

This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Creative Writing - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Birkbeck, University of London.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$31,387/yr

University of the Western Cape4,1(90)

Cape Town, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

Creative Writing

At Creative Writing from the University of the Western Cape, you'll benefit from a well-known nationally and internationally university.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$3,479/yr

University of Gloucestershire4,2(26)

Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Creative and Critical Writing (Part-Time)

Throughout this Creative and Critical Writing (Part-Time) course from University of Gloucestershire you’ll work with practising authors, poets, and playwrights – as well as leaders in the field of literary criticism – to develop your own distinctive voice.

M.A. Part-time On-campus

2 years$24,358/yr

Curtin University4,3(70)

Perth, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide

Professional Writing and Publishing Stream (GCertArts)

Improve your writing skills for corporate communications and editing roles in government, business and the not-for-profit sector with the Professional Writing and Publishing Stream (GCertArts) programme from Curtin University.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time +2 On-campus

½ year$11,635/full

St. Francis College

Brooklyn, United States

Creative Writing (Fiction)

Welcome to the Creative Writing (Fiction) Master of Fine Arts program at St. Francis College, an immersive educational journey dedicated to nurturing the art and craft of fiction writing.

M.F.A. Full-time Blended

2 years$11,700/yr

OnCampus London4,0(57)

London, United Kingdom

Creative and Life Writing - Pre-Master's Programme

This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Creative and Life Writing - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Goldsmiths, University of London.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

9 months$30,451/full

California State University San Marcos4,4(35)

San Marcos, United States

Literature and Writing Studies

The California State University San Marcos Literature and Writing Studies Department offers graduate study leading to the Master of Arts degree.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$17,688/yr