Television Fiction Writing
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Entry requirements
A UK Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent and evidence of creative writing experience.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Get the training, connections and experiences you need to make your mark in television. Recognised with the Creative Skillset Tick of approval, GCU's MA Television Fiction Writing is the only full-time master's programme focusing solely on scripting for the UK.
Created in close collaboration with industry to maximise your employment opportunities, our programme offers you the full range of industry experiences - and supports you in developing your own original drama or comedy.
- Instruction from both academic experts and top TV scriptwriters in British television
- Chance to contribute to programmes currently airing on British TV
- Individual mentoring from experienced television executives
- Direct access to producers and commissioners
- Year of mentoring from a London agent
- Support from a professional script doctor
- Opportunity to graduate with several projects ready to take to market
We'll teach you to story conference, storyline and edit scripts - all with direct input from the BBC, STV and other independent producers and writers. And you'll benefit from GCU's global reputation for academic excellence - combining academic theory with practical skills in a thriving and diverse community that shares a belief in the common good.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MA
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Postgraduate Admissions
- studentenquiries@gcu.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)141 331 8630