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Overview

The Extended MA in Creative Writing at Swansea University is a 240-credit postgraduate program that includes a standard UK MA and an additional 60 credits from overseas coursework. This qualification enhances employability and offers a valuable study abroad experience. For funding options, visit the university's website.

Application Timeline

  1. September 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. April 29, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
England£5,850£2,950
Northern Ireland£5,850£2,950
Scotland£5,850£2,950
Wales£5,850£2,950
EU£12,250£6,150
International£12,250£6,150

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
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About

Overview

The Extended MA in Creative Writing (EMA) is a 240-credit postgraduate qualification, equivalent to 120 ECTS, recognized throughout the European Union.

Program Structure

The EMA includes:

  • A standard UK MA program
  • An additional 60 credits (30 ECTS)
  • Coursework completed in one semester at a partner institution overseas

Benefits

The EMA not only provides a recognized postgraduate qualification but also offers a study abroad experience, enhancing employability credentials.

Funding Information

For more details on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans, and other funding options, please visit our website.

Subject Area Information

Welsh literature is a rich and diverse field of study that encompasses a wide range of texts, from medieval poetry to contemporary novels. Courses in Welsh literature offer students the opportunity to explore the linguistic, cultural, and historical contexts of literary works written in both Welsh and English, emphasizing the unique aspects of Welsh identity expressed through literature.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Welsh Literature

  • 2. Medieval Welsh Poetry

  • 3. The Mabinogion and Welsh Mythology

  • 4. Modern Welsh Literature

  • 5. Welsh Literature in Translation

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Literary Analysis
  • Historical Contextualization
  • Research
  • Translation

Career

Graduates in Welsh literature can pursue a variety of careers that leverage their analytical, linguistic, and research skills, contributing to fields such as academia, publishing, cultural heritage, and writing.

Potential Professions
  • Academia

    Graduates can pursue careers as researchers or professors specializing in Welsh literature or Celtic studies.

  • Publishing

    Opportunities exist in editing, literary translation, and publishing, particularly for those with strong language skills.

  • Cultural Heritage

    Work in museums, archives, or cultural organizations preserving and promoting Welsh literary heritage.

  • Writing and Journalism

    Skills in literary analysis and research can lead to careers in writing, journalism, or literary criticism.

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