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M.A. in English (Creative Writing)

Overview

The M.A. in English (Creative Writing) is the first-of-its-kind transdisciplinary masters programme in India. Taught by faculty comprising of published writers, poets, playwrights, scriptwriters, advertisers, journalists, web-content creators, animation writers and translators from India and abroad.

The primary component of the programme includes writing workshops and practice sessions under the award-winning writers, professionals and faculty members. The amalgamation of theoretical considerations, sampling of a wide variety of literature, and exploring everyone’s niche area, are all aimed at creating individuals who are ready to critically contribute to the creative economy.

Duration

Two Years (Four Semesters)

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Course Duration


Mode of Study

Eligibility


Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks aggregate & candidate must read English as a compulsory subject.

A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC / ST.


Key Features

Personalized guidance from academic and creative mentors.

Diverse community for immersive learning.

Creative writing hackathons for skill development.

Hands-on internships with award winning writers.

Cultural exposure through readings and workshops.

Engagement in book releases and literary festivals.

University-funded publications at renowned publishing houses.

Flexible pathways, including diploma exit option.

Holistic support with motivational workshops.

Placement and internship opportunities.

Internships

MA Creative Writing Students | What’s It Like Interning at Top Organizations?

Are Internships Exploitative or Essential for Growth?

Writing for Amar Chitra Katha | Mind Matters

Interactions with Expert Faculty

Writers on Writing | In Conversation with Tanuj Solanki

Practicing Theatre in India | Akash Gandhi

What is Art Diplomacy | Heather Llayton

Speculative Art with Irenosen Okojie, Caine Prize Winner for African Writing

Writing as a Lens to Truth | Dr. Michael Baas & Prof. Elizabeth Thomas

Zac O’Yeah on Storytelling, Struggle, and the Craft of Writing | Mind Matters

Star-studded Faculty

Taught by celeb authors and poets, this programme will prepare you to become writers in a variety of fields and become the best communicators across mediums.

  • Novelists
  • Poets
  • Storytellers
  • Ad Gurus
  • Publishers
  • Content Creators
  • Journalists
  • Songwriters
  • Biographers
  • Scriptwriters
  • Translators
  • Historians

Opportunities for Publishing

  • Collaborations with Publishers
  • GLAnce, an in-house quarterly magazine designed from scratch
  • Anukarsh, a multilingual journal of writing and literature
  • Cosmopolis, a podcast channel for content across a wide range of topics
  • Theatre Productions of original and adapted plays

Career Opportunities

Over the course of the Master’s, students get equipped with the tools necessary to bring out a body of creative writing under the guidance of authors, poets, playwrights, allied faculty, and rigorous peer review. Alliance University works in close collaboration with these writers, poets, and translators to give students access to various publishing houses and offer them the opportunity of highlighting their work and to promote it through Alliance Literary Festival (ALF) and associated events organized by the university.

  • Publishing Houses
  • Script Writing
  • Writing Tutors
  • Advertisement and Media
  • Gaming Narrative Design
  • Entertainment Content Writing
  • Translator
  • Copy Editors / Proofreader
  • Copy Writer
  • Blogger
  • Communication Consultant
  • Professional Speech Writer/ Pitch Writer/ Fund Raiser
  • Lobbyist
  • Professor
  • Public Relations Assistants
  • Lexicographers
  • Freelance Writer
  • Content Marketer

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