About this course
Goldsmiths, University of London offers MA in Creative Writing and Education as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Creative Arts. Based in London, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £20,000 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 7 overall or TOEFL iBT 100. The next intake is Autumn (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
You will need to submit a portfolio of your creative or life writing when you apply. Your portfolio should include one item, or a combination of items, from the following list (up to a maximum of 6,000 words):
You should have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant/related subject.
- One or two short stories
- 10-15 poems
- Two or three extracts from a novel
- Two or three extracts from non-fiction writing
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
