If you are passionate about imaginative writing and eager to refine your artistic practice, the Postgraduate Diploma in English - Creative Writing at Queen's University Belfast is designed for you. This programme delves into the craft of prose fiction, creative non-fiction, and scriptwriting for stage and screen, encouraging you to explore diverse writing modes before potentially choosing a specialism. You will be challenged to engage with new ideas, read widely, and respond critically to your peers' work, developing your voice as an independent writer. This course offers a rich academic environment for those seeking to hone their literary skills.
Studied full-time on campus over one year, you will participate in weekly seminars and workshops focusing on craft and technique, exploring narrative voice, character, plot, and dialogue. You will learn to read as a writer, analysing set texts to inform your own creative pieces, including prose and drama. The curriculum also introduces you to the literary marketplace, teaching you to write professional documents and engage with industry professionals like editors and agents. You will graduate with a portfolio of work and a deep understanding of the writing process, prepared for further study or a career in the creative industries.