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Overview
Throughout the Creative Writing course from Lancaster University you’ll need to complete the core Creative Writing module Research Methods and Professional Practice. You can take this module in person or online.
Why Lancaster?
- Study online or join us on campus to be close to the Lake District, home of the Romantic poets, and inspiration for many writers since
- Benefit from our supervisory strengths in contemporary poetry, fiction, creative-critical writing, creative non-fiction and script writing
- Complete a significant creative writing project, whether you want to craft a novel or create an entire script
- Be inspired by our rich programme of literary events on campus, online, and in the city’s historic Castle Quarter
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
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Language
English
PTE Academic 58
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
- Lancaster, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
PTE Academic 58
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Masters degree or equivalent in English literature or literature in other languages, usually with an average of at least 65% for UK MAs.
- 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in English Literature or related subject, for example literature in other languages.
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Applies to youNon-residents22620 GBP / year≈ 22620 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5238 GBP / year≈ 5238 GBP / year
Additional Details
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Living costs
Lancaster
United Kingdom
660 - 1140 GBP / month
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Creative Writing.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Scholarships
Merit-based
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Lancaster University
Lancaster, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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