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Royal Holloway, University of London, MA, Creative Writing

Royal Holloway, University of London
 United Kingdom

Entry requirements

2:1
Single or combined honours English.

Normally we require a UK 2:1 (Honours) or equivalent in relevant subjects but we will consider a high 2:2 or relevant work experience. Candidates with professional qualifications in an associated area may be considered. Where a ‘high 2:2’ is considered, we would normally define this as reflecting a profile of 57% or above.

Applicants with degrees in other subjects or with relevant publications are also encouraged to apply. Past students have come from a range of first-degree backgrounds.

You will be required to submit an example of your writing: either a piece of fiction or non-fiction prose of up to 5,000 words in length or at least 12 pages of poetry. This must be in the genre(s) for which you would like to be considered.

You will also be required to submit 1,000 words of critical writing that demonstrates your literary critical skills. You may write something specifically for this.

Undergraduate essays and reviews are acceptable.

Suitable applicants will be invited for an interview.

Student from Russia

Bakalavr Bachelor degree or Specialist Diploma with 4 out of 5 or 80% overall.

English language requirements

All teaching at Royal Holloway (apart from some language courses) is in English. You will therefore need to have good enough written and spoken English to cope with your studies right from the start of your course.

The scores we require:
  • IELTS: 7.0 overall. Writing 7.0. No other subscore lower than 5.5.
  • Pearson Test of English: 69 overall. Writing 69. No other subscore lower than 51.
  • Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE): ISE IV.
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) grade C.

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Location

University campus has an ideal location - just 19 miles from central London and seven miles from Heathrow Airport. The University campus is frequently named as one of the most beautiful campuses in the world.

Situated just 40 minutes by train from London and seven miles from Heathrow, with a number of attractions, sporting and entertainment venues within easy reach, you'll love our brilliant location.