The PhD. Overview. The PhD is a research degree examined by a dissertation of up to 80,000 words, usually after three or more years of research.

We welcome students from all backgrounds and levels of experience. Whether you're an absolute beginner or an experienced writer, there will be something for you ...

This Creative Writing PhD has a reputation as one of the UK's leading doctoral programmes. Taught by teams of published creative writers.

Explore your research interests in creative writing, supported by the expertise of our staff, on our PhD programme in Cambridge.

PhD research programmes at Anglia Ruskin University will allow you to explore your own interests in creative writing, supported by the expertise of our staff.

The PhD in Creative Writing at King's is a practice-led course, incorporating taught elements and aspects of professional development.

Course information for prospective postgraduate students on our PhD Creative Writing doctoral research degree programme at the University of Birmingham.

We seek PhD projects in any aspect of Creative Writing, practice, and/or pedagogy. Projects will include a significant creative piece—for example, a novel, ...

Creative Writing PhD · Full-time: 48 months · Part-time: 96 months · Start date: October 2025 or February 2026 · UK fees: £5,350 · International fees: £23,000.

Students will normally have a strong (2.1 or above) first degree in English, Creative Writing, or a related subject and a master's degree in Creative Writing.