Open University · Distance learning
Creative Writing (F71)
This qualification is an opportunity to develop your skills as a writer in fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction and scriptwriting for film, radio and the stage. You'll be able to write in a genre of your choice and experiment with at least one other through pr…
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This qualification is an opportunity to develop your skills as a writer in fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction and scriptwriting for film, radio and the stage. You'll be able to write in a genre of your choice and experiment with at least one other through practical and inspiring activities. You'll also hone your practice through sharing, reading and critiquing the writing of your peers in online forums. You’ll work towards producing a substantial piece of your own creative writing to a professional standard. Key features of the course - Develop writing skills and awareness of approaches to writing - Progress and hone sophisticated writing skills in at least one genre - Gain a sound knowledge of, and ability in, a secondary genre - Engage in sharing, critiquing and reviewing a variety of writing by your peers
Getting in
As the university states it
You must hold a UK honours degree (or equivalent), preferably with at least a 2:1 classification. Although your degree does not need to be in creative writing or a closely related subject, you will need some knowledge of creative writing to successfully complete this qualification, as the MA in Creative Writing assumes all candidates have the knowledge and skills usually acquired by pursuing this subject at undergraduate level. Please note that this is not a qualification for those who are just starting to write creatively. If your degree is not in creative writing or a closely related subject, we strongly recommend that you read the preparatory work indicated in MA Creative Writing part 1. Alternatively, you could undertake our free online creative writing short courses ‘Writing what you know’, ‘Start writing fiction’ and ‘Creative writing and critical reading’ on OpenLearn to ensure that your skills – writing, reading, editorial, reflective, analytical – are at an appropriate standard. If you don’t have a Creative Writing degree, when you apply, please make sure to provide evidence of any writing experience, such as through short courses, workshops, publications or any preparatory work you've undertaken.
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