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Falmouth University: Professional Writing
| Institution | Falmouth University |
|---|---|
| Department | The School of Communication |
| Web | http://www.falmouth.ac.uk |
| applicantservices@falmouth.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01326 213730 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Develop the skills to forge a successful career in professional writing.
On this engaging Professional Writing MA course you’ll learn to craft fiction, script and non-fiction as well as magazine features and marketing copy for a range of competitive and fast-moving industries.
Immerse yourself in the literary world as part of Falmouth’s lively community of fellow writers and visiting speakers. Learning from active professionals, you’ll study and experiment with all forms of the written word and develop core skills across areas including genre writing, narrative structure, research and self-promotion. Graduating with a portfolio and an accomplished working style, you’ll be primed to tackle the industry head on.
You will: Learn from our team of practising writers, publishers and editors Develop the skills needed to succeed as a professional writer, such as how to pitch your ideas and build an online presence Benefit from our industry connections through our Writers in Residence and guest speaker programmes, which have previously included Xan Brooks, Nina Mingya Powles and Raynor Winn, as well as top literary agents and publishers Be inspired by studying at Falmouth, surrounded by creatives in a region rich with beauty, history and literature
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We welcome applications from those with relevant equivalent Level 6 qualifications. Our typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2:2 or above, or equivalent experience and a demonstrable interest in the subject. We’ll also welcome your application if you have formal or 'certified' learning (such as training courses not run by universities or colleges) and learning from work experience or self-study. This is called Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL), and should have been gained within the last five years, and be equivalent to the learning outcomes of our minimum entry qualifications. APL applicants using experience to apply should note there is a £200 application fee for entry with advanced standing or with exemption from specific modules or credit. |
| Location | Main Site Falmouth Campus Woodlane Falmouth TR11 4RH |
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