Creative Writing University of Hull

Overview

Our academic staff have expertise in all literary periods, from Early Modern to 21st century literature. We have renowned expertise in medieval literature and medievalism, Shakespeare and Renaissance drama, early modern literature and politics, 19th-century studies (particularly the novel and the visual arts), modern and contemporary literature (particularly poetry and fiction), genre fiction (gothic, crime and science fiction), and creative writing.

At University of Hull , we offer two research options for postgraduate students – MRes English (Literature and Creative Writing pathways) or a PhD (English or Creative Writing). 

Features

• You have access to the superb facilities of the newly refurbished Brynmor Jones Library, as well as our Graduate School. 

• PhD students have exclusive use of the library’s Postgraduate Lounge. Research is strongly interdisciplinary and enhanced by the research networks of its centre including the Andrew Marvell Centre for Medieval and Early Modern Studies. 

• Training in subject-specific research skills and methodologies is provided by the department, on top of the University’s Postgraduate Training Scheme.