PhD/MPhil Creative Writing, English
Course Overview
Keele University's PhD in Creative Writing offers a rigorous, practice-based research program within the renowned academic context of its English and American Literatures department. Students join a vibrant literary tradition and a dynamic community, developing their creative work while gaining essential professional skills. The program provides dedicated resources and opportunities to engage directly with the university's active writing culture through events, publications, and workshops.
Key Program Highlights
- Study within a distinguished department with a long history of literary research and a legacy of hosting eminent writers.
- Access to exclusive resources, including the dedicated Keele Writing Room and research funding for travel and expenses.
- Opportunity to participate in and help run a vibrant writing culture of events, workshops, and publications.
- Gain practical professional experience in key areas such as editing, reviewing, and teaching creative writing.
- Be considered for the annual Roy Fisher Prize for Poetry, a pamphlet prize endowed by Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy.
Course Overview
Keele University's PhD in Creative Writing offers a rigorous, practice-based research program within the renowned academic context of its English and American Literatures department. Students join a vibrant literary tradition and a dynamic community, developing their creative work while gaining essential professional skills. The program provides dedicated resources and opportunities to engage directly with the university's active writing culture through events, publications, and workshops.
Key Program Highlights
- Study within a distinguished department with a long history of literary research and a legacy of hosting eminent writers.
- Access to exclusive resources, including the dedicated Keele Writing Room and research funding for travel and expenses.
- Opportunity to participate in and help run a vibrant writing culture of events, workshops, and publications.
- Gain practical professional experience in key areas such as editing, reviewing, and teaching creative writing.
- Be considered for the annual Roy Fisher Prize for Poetry, a pamphlet prize endowed by Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy.
