How long is the Creative Writing MA at University of Essex?

The MA in Creative Writing at University of Essex has a duration of 12 Months.

Is Creative Writing at University of Essex full-time or part-time?

This MA is offered Full-time (other study modes may also be available — see the page for full options).

Where is the Creative Writing course taught?

The course is taught at Colchester.

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Creative Writing

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University of Essex

Last updated 2 July 2026

Postgraduate MA Full-time 12 Months

Creative Writing MA is a postgraduate degree at University of Essex, based in Colchester, taught full-time over 12 months.

About this course

On our MA Creative Writing, you deepen your knowledge of literary tradition, exploring different modes and genres in order to develop your own creative and expressive written skills. You expand your use of creative writing techniques and improve your critical judgement of your own work.

To help you hone your craft, we also host two Royal Literary Fund Fellows, professional writers on-hand to help you develop your writing on a one-to-one basis, and regularly host talks and readings by visiting writers.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Part-time

Duration: 24 Months

Qualification: MA

Location: Colchester

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 12 Months

Qualification: MA

Location: Colchester

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Course Details

Qualification: MA
Study Mode: Full-time
Duration: 12 Months
Start Date: 2025
Academic Year: 2025
Campus / Location: Colchester
Scheme: Postgraduate

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University of Essex

Colchester

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