Master of Arts in Playwriting

The University of Manchester
Simon Building Brunswick Street, Manchester M13 9PL, UK | Founded: 1824 | Public, University | School ID: 000101
Master of Arts in Playwriting | The University of Manchester
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Level Master's degree
Length 1 Year
Study Mode on campus
Application Fee GBP 60
Tuition GBP 28,500
Cost of Living GBP 13,685

Program Description

A Master of Arts in Playwriting is a graduate-level program that provides advanced, practical training in the art and craft of writing for the stage. The curriculum is focused on developing a student's unique voice through workshops, script analysis, and one-on-one mentorship with established playwrights. This degree prepares graduates for a wide range of careers in the creative industries, including as a professional playwright, dramaturge, or screenwriter, where they can apply their storytelling skills to create compelling narratives for the theater and beyond.


Program Requirements

Language Requirements
Test Overall Score Listening Reading Writing Speaking
IELTS 7.0 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
PTE - A 76.0 70.0 70.0 70.0 70.0
TOEFL 100.0 22.0 22.0 22.0 22.0

Academic Scores

Scale Minimum Score Required
GPA Scale (0-4.00) 3.00

Program Intakes

September, 2026
January, 2027
September, 2027

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