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Creative Writing

Bring Stories to Life with Words That Resonate

Learn to craft compelling narratives with our expert-led creative writing courses. Develop your voice and hone your skills through flexible learning pathways.

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ABOUT

Creative Writing

At the National Academy of Creative Arts

Creative writing is the art of expressing ideas, emotions, and experiences through imaginative storytelling. It covers a wide range of formats - from fiction and poetry to memoir and scriptwriting - and focuses on developing a unique voice, structure, and style.

At the Institute of Creative Arts, our creative writing courses offer structured guidance in writing craft, character development, and editing. Whether you're just beginning or refining your manuscript, we provide supportive programs for all levels of writers and literary ambitions.

COURSES

Explore Our Creative Writing Courses

Our Creative Writing programs cater to all skill levels. Gain the knowledge and experience needed to excel in this creative field.

Certificate

Begin your writing journey - build fundamentals in fiction, poetry and creative non-fiction, from character and plot to voice and structure, through five practical assignments with expert tutor feedback.

Duration
3-6 months
Level
N/A
Optional work placement
Not available
Degree pathway course
Not available
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from £545
Diploma

Advance your craft across fiction, poetry and creative non-fiction - refine voice, structure and style, explore specialised techniques, and build a professional presence through ten practical assignments with expert feedback.

Duration
6-12 months
Level
N/A
Optional work placement
Not available
Degree pathway course
Not available
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from £875
MOST POPULAR COURSE
Professional Diploma

Professional Diploma in Creative Writing: master advanced fiction, poetic craft and narrative non-fiction; explore publishing, build a standout portfolio and create a practical career plan through fifteen rigorous assignments.

Duration
9-18 months
Level
N/A
Optional work placement
Available
Degree pathway course
Not available
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from £1,425

info All our courses can be studied as stand-alone. No minimum qualifications are required.

STUDY MODES

Explore Our Flexible Learning Paths

Select from home-study, live-online, or classroom-based courses to fit your schedule and learning style.

Home Study courses at the National Academy of Creative Arts allow you to learn at your own pace.
As a Home Study student you will receive access to our Online Learning Centre with in-depth course materials including instructional videos, written content, and carefully crafted assignments. You will also have a dedicated tutor to support you on your learning journey.

Home Study

Classroom-based courses at the National Academy of Creative Arts are the best option for those who prefer studying with others in a physical classroom environment.
As a Classroom-based student you will join other aspiring Interior Designers in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Belfast, Cardiff or Bristol for exciting part-time evening or Saturday classes taught by an industry professional. You will also have access to our Online Learning Centre.

Classroom Based

Live Online courses at the National Academy of Creative Arts provide all the flexibility of online learning with the collaborative benefits of the classroom.
As a Live Online student you will join a small group of students for online classes taught by an industry professional. You will also have access to our Online Learning Centre with course materials including instructional videos, written content, and carefully crafted assignments.

Live Online

TUTORS

Meet Our Creative Writing Educators

All our tutors are creative professionals working in the industry.

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