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Master of Creative Writing

Master of Creative Writing

University of Otago · Dunedin, New Zealand

About this programme

This is a year-long, full-time course that enables candidates to engage in a significant piece of original creative writing in the form of fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction or another agreed genre or mix of genres.

Programme facts

Level
Postgraduate
Field
Arts
Tuition
NZD 36,000 / year
English
IELTS 6.5
Study mode
Full-time
Intake
February, July

Entry requirements

  • Admission: Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities). Every applicant will: submit a portfolio of creative writing (published or unpublished, or a combination) for the consideration of the selection committee;
  • AND have either: an honours degree in English (or a related field) with a GPA of B+ or above, or a substantial publication record as a creative writer In considering an applicant's qualifications, regard will be given to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant's performance in the programme.

Visa

Application fee
NZD 850 (online application fee)
Proof of funds
NZD 20,000/yr
Processing time
Up to 8 weeks

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all - confirm your own case on the official visa page.

Scholarships available (1)