19 Master's degrees in Creative Writing in Scotland, United Kingdom
Digital Campaigning and Content Creation
Digital content has radically changed from a desirable extra to become the beating creative heart of modern communications practice. Equip yourself with in-demand skills in this field on one of the most forward-looking postgraduate courses in the UK. The MSc Digital Campaigning and Content Creation is offered at the Queen Margaret University.

Creative Writing
Based in the first UNESCO World City of Literature, the Creative Writing programme at The University of Edinburgh is tailored towards your practice in either fiction or poetry.

Writing for the Creative Economies
Develop your writing for fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, film, comics, and video games. Gain practical experiences and industry insights in different media

Screenwriting
Throughout this Screenwriting MA course from Edinburgh Napier University you'll develop skills in writing, script-editing and project development for the film, television and digital fiction industries
Creative Writing
The Creative Writing programme of the University of Aberdeen is a taught programme designed to offer you a constructive, highly supportive learning environment in which to develop your writing and creative potential. You will be introduced to the processes and challenges involved in producing creative work of publishable quality, whether in poetry or prose, fiction or creative non-fiction.
Creative Writing
Creative Writing from University of St Andrews is a higher credential than the MLitt, and is the internationally recognized standard for teachers of Creative Writing in secondary and tertiary higher education; most consider the MFA the qualification required to teach creative writing in North America and Europe.

Creative Writing
This Creative Writing MA course from Edinburgh Napier University is for you if you want to make a career in writing or you already have talent and ideas, we'll add the expertise you need to approach your chosen market with confidence, originality and skill.
Creative Writing
The MLitt in Creative Writing at the University of Strathclyde is a full-time programme lasting 12 months. This degree equips students with essential writing skills through workshops and one-on-one guidance, fostering a vibrant writing community. Participants will work closely with experienced authors to refine their craft and develop a significant creative project.
Creative writing
The University of Strathclyde offers a Master of Research (MRes) in Creative Writing, designed for those passionate about storytelling. This full-time programme typically spans one year, allowing students to delve deeply into their craft and collaborate with published authors, enhancing their creative and critical writing skills.
Television Fiction Writing
Get the training, connections and experiences you need to make your mark in television. The Television Fiction Writing degree from Glasgow Caledonian University is the only full-time masters degree focusing solely on writing TV drama for the UK.

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.

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.

Creative Writing
If you're a talented and ambitious writer looking to develop your craft and take your writing to the next level, Glasgow's renowned Creative Writing programme at the University of Glasgow.
Playwriting and Screenwriting
The MLitt in Playwriting and Screenwriting at the University of St Andrews provides a gateway into the professional world of writing for stage, radio or screen.

Writing Popular Fiction
Within this Writing Popular Fiction MA degree from Edinburgh Napier University you’ll combine online and on-campus learning between two novel-worthy settings – Edinburgh and Pennsylvania.

Creative Writing
The Creative Writing programme at the University of Glasgow is unique and intense programmes for practising writers who wish to complete an ambitious creative project.

Creative Writing
Refine your creative writing skills and build a professional portfolio through expert guidance, industry connections, and hands-on workshop experience. The Creative Writing programme is offered at University of Stirling.

Creative Writing
The Creative Writing programme of the University of Glasgow has gained an excellent reputation amongst writers, agents and publishers. It is perfect for talented and aspiring writers who want to develop their craft, take risks in their work, and gain creative and critical skills; all as part of a supportive community of fellow writers.
Creative Writing
During this MLitt in Creative Writing at the University of St Andrews develop original work while providing critical and creative study in either poetry or prose.