Project Description
Creative Writing (MA)
Programme Outline
Programme Title | Master of Arts in Creative Writing |
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Programme Code | MACW |
Mode of Study | Full Time |
Number of Credits | 60 credits |
Normal Period of Study | 1 year (3 terms on full time basis) 2 years (part-time basis) |
SSSDP | No |
Aims and Objectives
The Master of Arts in Creative Writing (MACW) programme aims at strengthening students’ knowledge and skills in cultural and creative industries and providing students the opportunity to develop professional writing skills in different genres and media forms for careers in the creative industries, including film, advertisement, visual art and digital media.
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)
(a) | demonstrate an understanding of the features and the principles of creative writing through the study of literary works of different genres and other media forms including film, advertisement, visual art and digital media; |
(b) | appreciate the diversity and possibilities of theoretical approaches to writing; |
(c) | develop their personal style and aesthetical pursuits in art through the exploration of the potential for creative writing; |
(d) | produce professional critiques on creative writings of different genres; and |
(e) | apply the basic skills and concepts of creative and professional writing for engaging in the world of cultural and creative industries. |
Programme Structure
To graduate from the programme, a student is required to complete 60 credits as follows:
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
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CCA A880CF | Creative Writing Workshop: Principles and Practice of Literary Writing | 5 |
CCA A881CF | Experimental Writing | 5 |
CCA A882CF | Writing Visual Culture: Text & Image | 5 |
CCA A883CF | Topics in Genre Fiction | 5 |
CCA A884CF | Screenplay and Drama Script Writing | 5 |
CCA A885CF | Reading and Writing Online Fiction | 5 |
CCA A886CF | Creative Lifestyle Writing: Celebrity, Food and Travel | 5 |
CCA A887CF | Creative Writing of Animation Scenarios | 5 |
CCA A888CF | Visual Narratives | 5 |
CCA A889CF | Copywriting for Integrated Marketing Communication | 5 |
CCA A890CF | Exploration on Book & Print Design | 5 |
CCA A891CF | Special Topics in Creative Writing | 5 |
Career and Further Studies
Opportunities are available in the following fields:
- Professional Writing
- Editing
- New Media
- Publishing
- Marketing & Promotion
- Arts Management
- Cultural & Creative Industries
- Civil Service
Graduates of the programme may proceed to further MPhil and PhD studies in Hong Kong, mainland China or overseas.
Admission Requirements
Students admitted to the programme should have:
- A recognized Bachelor’s degree;
- Any other equivalent qualifications and relevant professional experience will be considered;
- A portfolio of art, design, media or written work should be submitted;and
- Proficiency in Chinese.
Applicants are required to attend an admission interview and/or written test.
Other requirement can be found at here
Application procedure and other information are available at here
Programme Team
Dr. SHAO Dong Shawn
Assistant Professor
Programme Leader, MA in Creative Writing
dshao@ouhk.edu.hk
Dr. HO Amic Garfield
Assistant Professor
Programme Leader, BFA (Hons) in Imaging Design & Digital Art
Programme Leader, BFA (Hons) in Cinematic Design & Photographic Digital Art
amicgho@ouhk.edu.hk
Dr. HO Wing Ki Vicky
Assistant Professor
Programme Leader, MA in Creative Industries and Cultural Assets
Co-Programme Leader, BA (Hons) in Creative Advertising & Media Design
wikho@ouhk.edu.hk
Ms. LAU Man Ying Janet
Senior Lecturer
Programme Leader, BA (Hons) in Creative Advertising & Media Design
jmylau@ouhk.edu.hk
Ms. LAW Tsin Fung Angela
Assistant Professor
Programme Leader, BA (Hons) in Creative Writing & Film Arts
tflaw@ouhk.edu.hk
Dr. LEUNG Mo Ling Rebecca
Associate Professor
Head, Department of Creative Arts
Director, OUHK Tin Ka Ping Centre of Chinese Culture
Acting Programme Leader, BA (Hons) in Creative Writing & Film Arts
rmlleung@ouhk.edu.hk
Mr. MAK Shing Fung Vincent
Senior Lecturer
Co-Programme Leader, BFA (Hons) in Animation & Visual Effect
vmak@ouhk.edu.hk
Ms. TSANG Ling Yi Elaine
Executive Assistant,
BA (Hons) in Creative Writing & Film Arts
BFA (Hons) in Imaging Design & Digital Art
BFA (Hons) in Cinematic Design & Photographic Digital Art
MA in Creative Writing
elytsang@ouhk.edu.hk