PhD in Creative Writing

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

1%

England:

93%

Wales:

3%

Scotland:

2%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Deloitte

PwC

IBM

Google

Amazon

Apple

Facebook

Twitter

Pinterest

Instagram

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$20,020 / year

Overall Cost

$35,020 / year

FAQs

• What funding opportunities are available for PhD/MPhil students?
  
  Funding may be available through Bath Spa University research studentships, external funding bodies, and arts and research council schemes when advertised. Applicants are encouraged to check current availability at the time of application.
• When does the programme start, and what are the application deadlines?
  
  The main intake is in October, though additional start points in January and April may be available. Application deadlines vary, particularly for funded opportunities, with most major scholarships closing between January and March for the following academic year.
• What research areas are available within this programme?
  
  Supervision is offered in areas such as poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, scriptwriting for stage, screen and radio, experimental writing, children’s and young adult fiction, life writing, hybrid and interdisciplinary forms, and practice-based literary research.
• Do international applicants need to demonstrate English language proficiency?
  
  Yes. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency, usually through IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, or an equivalent qualification that meets the University’s requirements.
• What are the entry requirements for admission?
  
  Applicants are normally expected to hold a Master’s degree in Creative Writing, English Literature, or a related discipline. A strong portfolio of creative work and a clear research proposal are required. Exceptionally, candidates with a first-class undergraduate degree and substantial creative writing experience may be considered.
• What is the duration of the PhD/MPhil in Creative Writing at Bath Spa University?
  
  The full-time PhD normally takes 3–4 years, while the part-time route typically takes 5–7 years. The MPhil usually takes 1–2 years full-time or 2–4 years part-time.