Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2027
- Apply before Sep 2026, International
- Apply before Nov 2026, National
- Starting June 2027
- Apply before Jan 2027, International
- Apply before Mar 2027, National
- Starting October 2027
- Apply before May 2027, International
- Apply before Jul 2027, National
These are estimated deadlines. The international deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country. The national deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
Language
English
- Duolingo English Test: 130
- TOEFL iBT: 98
- PTE Academic: 76
- IELTS: 7
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Norwich, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Creative Writing
Overview
On the Creative Writing programme offered at University of East Anglia working closely with an academic supervisor gives you the support to carry out your own independent research and make your own mark.
Key facts
- We have a wealth of remarkable academics, but how do you know which team will be right for you?
- We suggest you look at the School's website, check out some academics and read up on some of their publications. We recommend that you identify at least one member of staff at UEA who might be your supervisor and that you contact them, to express your interest and discuss your research proposal. You will need to submit a research proposal of no more than 1500 words with your application.
Visit the programme website for more information
Programme Structure
Research includes:
- Creative writing
- Life writing and creative non-fiction
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 130
- TOEFL iBT: 98
- PTE Academic: 76
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- The minimum academic requirement for entry to a doctoral degree is a UK upper second class undergraduate honours degree and a Master's degree, or equivalent.
- The minimum academic requirement for Master's by Research is a UK upper second class undergraduate honours degree, or equivalent.
- If English is not your first language or you are from a country that is not on the UKVI list of English speaking countries, you may be required to provide evidence of your proficiency in the English language.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International: Non-residents: 46,952 AUD / year (≈ 24,650 GBP / year)
Living costs
Norwich, United Kingdom
1,160-1,989 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Creative Writing.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- UEA India Award - Provided by university, Grant: 5000 GBP, Deadline: Anytime
- UEA Colombia Award - Provided by university, Grant: 5000 GBP, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based
- UEA Japan Award - Provided by university, Grant: 4000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- UEA Nigeria Award - Provided by university, Grant: 5000 GBP, Deadline: Anytime
- UEA Taiwan Award - Provided by university, Grant: 4000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- UEA Hong Kong Award - Provided by university, Grant: 4000 GBP, Deadline: Anytime
- UEA Mexico Award - Provided by university, Grant: 5000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- UEA+Sport Team Scholarship - Provided by university, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified
- UEA Turkey Award - Provided by university, Grant: 5000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- UEA Bangladesh Award - Provided by university, Grant: 5000 GBP, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based
- UEA Lebanon Award - Provided by university, Grant: 5000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- UEA Brazil Award - Provided by university, Grant: 5000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- UEA Jordan Award - Provided by university, Grant: 5000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship - Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships - Independent provider, Grant: 3500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified
- Scholarships for PhD Students - Independent provider, Grant: 19000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship - Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 28 Feb 2027, Merit-based
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026, Merit-based
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship - Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Women Scholarship for International Students - Independent provider, Grant: 5000 USD, Deadline: 28 Aug 2026, Merit-based
- The PhD Prep Fellowship - Independent provider, Grant: 10000 USD, Deadline: 01 Sep 2026, Merit-based
- Dream Chaser Scholarship - Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027, Merit-based
- Scholarship for students with disabilities - Independent provider, Grant: 3000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Need-based
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids - Independent provider, Grant: 22500 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria - Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Need-based
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - Independent provider, Grant: 1500 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - Independent provider, Grant: 12000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027