Mphil creative writing in University of lincoln

Creative Writing provides you with the opportunity to work closely with practising creative writers at the University and several other writers from outside the University. You can also hear from professionals from other areas of the publishing industry who will visit to give talks and answer questions. You also have the opportunity to work in all literary genres of writing and have the chance to publish your work.

Applicants should possess a relevant Master's degree.You will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. The research proposal will allow us to judge the quality of the application and to decide whether we are able to supervise your project. Please take note of the following guidance:A research proposal will only be considered if there are academics in the subject with an interest in your field. Please study the staff profiles closely to make sure there is at least one member of staff whose interests intersect broadly with your own.The research proposal should be 1,000 2,000 words in length.Clearly define the topic you are interested in and demonstrate understanding of your research area.Include two or three research questions that you will explore in your research.Outline the range of research methodologies you will use to undertake the research.Include a provisional bibliography of primary and secondary sources.You might include a brief literature review of the key works that relate to your topic, particularly if this helps to exemplify the point below.Explain clearly how your research contributes to existing scholarship in the area; what gaps will it fill How will it further knowledge of the area Sketch out a provisional plan of work that includes research/archival visits and a timetable for the writing of chapters.Make sure the proposal is well presented with sections and subheadings and is free of errors. IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element.

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