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Undergraduate Diploma in Creative Writing University of Oxford

24 months
Duration
6625 GBP/year
3865 GBP/year
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About

With expert tuition and small class sizes, this Undergraduate Diploma in Creative Writing course at the University of Oxford gives keen writers the opportunity to explore and develop their craft. 

Overview

The two-year, part-time Undergraduate Diploma in Creative Writing at the University of Oxford allows you to strengthen your ability in four major areas of literary activity — prose, poetry, drama and analytical reading — as well as the chance to specialise in the genre of your choice.

Study options: 

There are two ways to study:

The face-to-face option takes place on weekends in Oxford, and offers a rich combination of seminars, one-to-one tutorials and group discussions. See study option 1, below.

The online option replicates this structure exactly, using a variety of media to offer a stimulating and challenging learning environment. See study option 2, below.

For both study options, the chance to have your work read and analysed by a supportive, suitably skilled peer group is one of the great benefits of the course, offering fresh perspectives and insights on your writing. At the same time, we emphasise the importance of individual voice and vision, and there will be ample time for one-to-one, in-depth discussion of your work.

Many of our former students have had work accepted for publication during or after their time with us. A significant number have progressed to Creative Writing MAs and MFA programmes at a range of universities, including Oxford University’s Master's in Creative Writing.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • seminars, involving practical writing activities and lively group discussions;
  • group discussions of each other’s work. This is because the value of group activity as a catalyst for the creative imagination is a central tenet of the course.

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

You will need to upload the following documents as part of your application:

  • a sample of your work: approximately 2000 words of prose fiction or dramatic dialogue, or about half a dozen poems
  • a statement of between 300 and 400 words explaining why you wish to enrol on the course, and stating which pathway you are applying for.
  • proof of your English language ability if you are a non-native English-speaking applicant

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    6625 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 6625 GBP per year during 24 months.
  • National

    3865 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 3865 GBP per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Oxford

939 - 1530 GBP /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Undergraduate Diploma in Creative Writing.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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Various benefits
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Anytime
The Duke Of Cambridge Scholarship
Merit-based

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University of Oxford
Oxford, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Gus and Jenny Rose Carey Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based

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University of Oxford
Oxford, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
5800 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Crankstart Scholarship
Need-based

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University of Oxford
Oxford, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
3300 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
The Dr Ateh Jewel Foundation Awards
General Scholarships

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University of Oxford
Oxford, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
8000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships for International Students
Merit-based

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Get-Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Amber Scholarship For September Intake
Merit-based Need-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 EUR
Deadline
22 Apr 2025
DashTickets Foundation Scholarship Opportunity for Undergraduate Students
Merit-based

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DashTickets Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based

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Education Future
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based

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UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
01 May 2025
Wear & I Fashion Pioneer Scholarship
Merit-based

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WEAR & I
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
25 Mar 2025
Mary Doctor Fine Arts Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Blumenthal Performing Arts
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
25 Mar 2025
Gordon Hay Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Blumenthal Performing Arts
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2025
1040 Abroad International Studies Scholarship Initiative
Merit-based Need-based

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1040 Abroad
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
09 Jul 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
02 Jul 2025
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Feb 2025
Fighting Bullying With Technology
Merit-based

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1902 Software
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
WMI Scholars Program
Merit-based

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Wells Mountain Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2025
PlagiarismSearch 2025 Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pearl Lemon
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Teen Changemakers Essay Contest
Merit-based

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International Bipolar Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
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