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Writing for the Creative Economies (part time) MLitt at University of Dundee - UCAS

University of Dundee

Degree level: Postgraduate

Writing for the Creative Economies (part time) MLitt (Taught)

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2025 - 2026
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Course summary

The term 'creative economies' describes the innovative space where business intersects with culture. This encompasses media, entertainment, and the arts. Key skills that underpin the creative economies include writing and storytelling. This course focuses on developing skills in professional creative writing. You will learn how to produce creative work oriented towards the creative economies. The course emphasises applied writing skills and storytelling across media. This includes:

  • fiction
  • non-fiction
  • poetry
  • performance writing
  • screenwriting
  • writing for comics and graphic novels
  • writing for video games
It teaches you how to apply core writing skills from one medium to another. There is a growing demand for writers who can navigate multiple forms of media. By studying this course, you will gain a detailed understanding of the creative industries. You will also be provided with practical experiences and professional networking opportunities. You will learn from authors, publishers, filmmakers, game developers, and other industry professionals. You will also gain skills such as pitching ideas effectively. You will become an adaptable, innovative, and skilled writer who can thrive in various professional careers. At the end of the course, you will have a comprehensive portfolio showcasing your work, tailored to such industries as:
  • publishing
  • digital content creation
  • film
  • comics
  • theatre
  • games
  • immersive storytelling
Teaching methods are diverse. These will include online workshops, masterclasses, writing prompts, and seminars. You will be taught through recorded and live lectures, discussions and assessments. You will also have opportunities to showcase your work to public audiences. Critical and creative skills will be developed through written and oral responses. This will include pitching, critiquing ideas, and presenting. You will learn from industry professionals. You will have the chance to work on projects and respond to challenges set by local or global companies. This will allow you to gain valuable hands-on experience and build professional networks. The course strikes a balance between critical and creative approaches. This is enhanced by writing workshops. These will promote a culture of collaboration, feedback, and peer support in an online environment. You can also participate in online peer review sessions. These will help you to refine your writing and critical thinking skills. There will be opportunities to work with: DURA (Dundee Review of the Arts)
  • This is run in collaboration with Library Services
UniVerse Comics
  • This is run through the Comics Studies Creative Research Hub

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Archives and Records Association

Entry requirements

A UK Lower Second-Class Honours (2:2) degree https://www.dundee.ac.uk/postgraduate/writing-creative-economies-part-time/entry-requirements

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £5250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £5250 Year 1
Scotland £5250 Year 1
Wales £5250 Year 1
Channel Islands £5250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £5250 Year 1
EU £11500 Year 1
International £11500 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Tuition fees for International students will increase by no more than 5% per year for the length of your course.
Writing for the Creative Economies (part time) MLitt at University of Dundee - UCAS