From 2025, the English and Linguistics programme at Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka, the University of Otago, is offering a new Master of Creative Writing ( MCW ). The year-long, full-time course enables candidates to engage in a significant piece of original creative writing in the form of fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction or another agreed genre or mix of genres. Study by distance is also possible.
The course will be taught through a combination of group writing workshops and one-on-one supervision by an established writer. It will be supplemented by special events featuring guest writers and public readings.
Making an application
Places in the course are limited. To apply for the MCW, you will need to have either:
- An honours degree in English (or a related field) with a GPA of B+ or above, or
- A substantial publication record as a creative writer
In your application you’ll need to supply the following documents:
- CV, with any publication history (maximum 5 pages)
- Project proposal (maximum 2 pages)
- Creative writing portfolio of published or unpublished work or a combination (maximum 15 pages)
- Names of 2 referees who can speak to your creative writing and/or professional experience
- Academic transcripts for any previous qualification
View regulations and apply now
Applications for 2025 will close on Friday, 25 October 2024.
For further enquiries
Dr Lynley Edmeades
Email lynley.edmeades@otago.ac.nz
English and Linguistics programme
Email english@otago.ac.nz