MLitt Creative Writing
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Study a Masters degree in Publishing, Creative Writing or Media and Communication

Publishing, Creative Writing, Media and Communication-related Masters courses at Stirling strike a balance between practical training and critical thinking. We help to prepare you for a career in publishing, communication, digital media, journalism, PR, broadcasting, and more.

MLitt Publishing Studies

Starting in September

  • Develop expert knowledge of the entire publishing process in both print and digital environments
  • Excellent links with publishing businesses and industry
  •  Join our network of graduates working for publishers and publishing organisations across the world

MLitt Creative Writing

Starting in September

  • Be taught by acclaimed writers Lorna Gibb, Kevin MacNeil and Natalia Liebnitz.
  • Get a wide view of literary life with guest lectures and visits from established authors, agents and editors.
  • We have wide links throughout the literary world, for example the Scottish Poetry Library, the Centre for Publishing Studies and The Royal Society of Literature.

MSc Digital Media and Communication

Starting in September

  • Develop analytical, creative, and production skills.  
  • Prepare for a professional career in digital media management and production.
  • Learn about the complex factors influencing people's behaviours in a digital context.

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Fee loans of up to £7,000 are available for eligible full-time and part-time postgraduate courses from Student Awards Agency Scotland. Living-cost loans of up to £6,900 also available.

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Monika OKeefe
USA
MLitt Publishing Studies
My experience in Scotland so far has been very enriching. I’ve not only gotten to meet and learn about the local culture but also the culture of the many other people in my programme which has a very international cohort.
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