Kingston University
Creative Writing MFA (PG)
Kingston University

Course modalities offered
  • On campus - Penrhyn Road Campus
  • Sep 1, 2022 Full-time - 2 years
  • On campus - Penrhyn Road Campus
  • Sep 1, 2022 Part-time - 4 years

Key Course Facts

Course Description

– You can study these courses via distance learning, meaning you will not have to relocate or give up your job. Taught in virtual forums and classrooms, your studies can suit your schedule. – Writers’ Centre Kingston offers a programme of events such as talks, workshops and festivals. Kingston University is also in partnerships with the Rose Theatre and the Rich Mix Cultural Foundation. – You will have the opportunity to contribute to Kingston University’s publications, Persist, Pages and Ripple. They include fiction, poetry, reviews and creative non-fiction and are edited by postgraduate creative writing students.

In addition to a possible career as a writer or translator, particular careers may include work in publishing, journalism, advertising and marketing, film, television, radio, arts management, new media, business, teaching, and therapeutic fields.

Assessment comprises exams (eg test or exam), practical (eg presentations, performance), and coursework (eg essays, reports, self-assessment, portfolios, dissertation). 100% coursework (though depends to some extent on the optional modules you choose)

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All other courses
    • 6.0
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Creative Writing, MFA (PG), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

-A good first degree; -A sample of creative writing (5,000 words); -A personal statement (1,000 words); and -References.

Costs

Tuition Fees Creative Writing MFA (PG)

EU £8195 year 1
England UK £5060 year 1
Northern Ireland £5060 year 1
Scotland £5060 year 1
Wales £5060 year 1
International £8195 year 1
Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

University Rankings

Positions of Kingston University in top UK and global rankings.

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About Kingston University

Founded in 1899, Kingston University is located in the suburban town of Kingston upon Thames, London. The university’s four campuses can be found in and around the town centre, with a free shuttle bus helping students to get there. This university offers what they call Flexi-stay accommodation, which allows students to book rooms in their residence halls for periods in which they expect to be studying exceptionally hard.

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Student composition of Kingston University

Students by level of study Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
undergraduates:
12155
postgraduates:
4525
Total:
16680
Source: Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

Penrhyn Road Campus
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