Program Details

The MA provides core training and individual pathways in the major genres of contemporary literary and media writing.
Location:
Swansea, United Kingdom
Program Type:
Full Degree
Degree Level:
Master
Specialty:
Media Studies

Program Overview

Program Description:
The MA provides core training and individual pathways in the major genres of contemporary literary and media writing. Compulsory Modules • Writing Fiction • Writing Poetry • Screenwriting Optional Modules (choose 3) • Feature Writing • Travel Writing • Writing Fiction II • Writing Poetry II • Writing for Radio • Genre • Writing the Self After the core and optional elements, students write a dissertation portfolio in a genre of their choosing. This is a creative piece – in prose, poetry or drama script - accompanied by a commentary placing the work in its academic context.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges