240 Master's degrees in Creative Writing in Europe

Applied Storytelling
The focus of the Applied Storytelling programme from Loughborough University is on applied storytelling, which is the use and application of storytelling within contexts of community-building, personal and professional development, and policy formation.
Writing for Young People
The Writing for Young People programme offered by Bath Spa University is designed for writers for children, teenagers and young adults who aim to complete a novel, series of picture books or shorter stories for young children. It's a practical course, taught by experienced lecturers who are all published children's writers and/or industry professionals.

Comparative Literature
The Comparative Literature programme at The University of Edinburgh draws on world-class teaching and research expertise across literatures, languages and cultures, from Scotland to Asia, Scandinavia to the Middle East. It can also be completed part-time over two years.

Professional Writing
The Professional Writing MA degree at University of Westminster is designed for those who want to turn their love of words and writing into a dynamic and fulfilling career. The University of Westminster and its courses are located in London.
Creative Writing
This Creative Writing degree from Nottingham Trent University is one of the longest established postgraduate courses of its kind in the UK, with a strong record of publication by its graduates. Designed for talented and committed writers, the course is taught by a team of award-winning writers and academics.

Creative Writing
The Creative Writing course at University of Bristol consists of an original body of work - normally a novel, or a collection of poetry/short stories - with an accompanying critical element. The critical element will place the creative work in an informed and theorised analytical context.

Creative Writing
The Creative Writing programme offered at the University of Surrey is about more than just words. It’s a pathway to discovering your own voice and genre, experimenting with form and honing your technical abilities.

Creative Writing
At Creative Writing from University of Brighton we encourage writing that helps readers and writers to understand, shape and connect with the world beyond the classroom. Working with professional writers, you will develop your skills to produce and share stories in a variety of genres.

Creative Writing - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP)
This one-year (2-semester) Creative Writing - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Southampton offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Southampton.

Writing Genre Fiction
Writing Genre Fiction from Edinburgh Napier University is ideal for writers of commercial genre fiction who are looking to take their craft to the next level.
Newspaper Journalism
Train to become a reporter, correspondent or editor for global news organisations with our stimulating and modern Newspaper Journalism MA programme from City St George's, University of London. You will develop a range of practical skills and media knowledge needed to make an impact in a hugely competitive industry.

Creative Writing
Study and produce creative texts in every genre, explore the latest innovative writing, and learn about cultural contexts, research methods and creative industries within the heart of London with the Creative Writing course at University of Greenwich.
Film and Television - Screenwriting
The aim of the Master's Degree Programme in Film and Television - Screenwriting from Aalto University is to strengthen the student's individual expression, skills in writing for film and the abilities required in artistic and production-related process work and group work. Master’s students become familiar with the central theoretical questions in the field and its research.
Scriptwriting (Hons)
The Scriptwriting (Hons) degree at Bath Spa University is an MA programme designed for aspiring writers. This course spans one year for full-time students and two years for part-time attendees. It offers a practical approach to scriptwriting across various media, fostering creativity and collaboration in a vibrant academic environment.
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.

Writing
Students of the Writing programme at Royal College of Art explore a variety of forms and subjects, often blending genres and approaches to create work that is both intellectually rigorous and poetically expressive.
Creative Writing: Innovation and Experiment
The University of Salford offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Creative Writing: Innovation and Experiment. This programme can be pursued either full-time over one year or part-time across two years, providing flexibility for students. It is designed for those seeking to enhance their writing skills and explore innovative practices in a vibrant academic environment.
Screenwriting
The MA Screenwriting at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is a dynamic programme designed for aspiring writers. This full-time course spans 1 year and 3 months, providing students with the skills necessary for success in film, television, and radio scriptwriting.

Screenwriting - 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 Screenwriting - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Birkbeck, University of London.
Research Biography
Research Biography from University of Buckingham remains unique to Buckingham and is consistently rated ‘excellent’ by external examiners and inspectors. Since then, in response to student demand, the available options have been extended to include our MA by Research. Study can be on either a full-time or a part-time basis.