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PhD · Bath, England

Bath Spa University PhD in Creative Writing

The PhD in Creative Writing at Bath Spa University pairs a book-length creative manuscript, in forms from fiction and poetry to playscripts, narrative nonfiction and digital writing, with 20,000 words of contextualising research. Students work with two supervisors, attend PhD forums and master classes, and usually begin teaching in the second year. A low-residency route is open to international students.

Annual tuition for 2027 entry is £8,450 for UK full-time students and £18,355 for international campus-based students; AHRC-funded SWW DTP studentships are open to UK and EU applicants. Incoming class: Varies.

Program site: bathspa.ac.uk/courses/phd-creative-writing. Please confirm the details there before you apply.

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