MA in Writing, Editing and Mediating
Explore the art and science of crafting, editing, and disseminating texts in a unique interdisciplinary humanities programme.
Best for:Best for students passionate about literature, publishing, and creative writing who seek a blend of theoretical study and practical skills in textual mediation.
Overview
This Master of Arts programme at the University of Groningen focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of writing, editing, and mediating texts. Students examine how literary works function in their social contexts, the history of publishing, and the dissemination of texts to specific audiences. The programme uniquely integrates creative writing modules, allowing students to develop skills in poetry and short story crafting. Small class sizes and close faculty interaction ensure a personalised learning experience, with opportunities to tailor studies to individual interests and even complete an internship for hands-on industry experience.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced skills in textual editing, including identifying inconsistencies, faulty logic, and repetitions in written works.
- Explore the historical and theoretical foundations of writing, translating, and mediating texts across different social contexts.
- Engage in creative writing modules to refine skills in poetry and short story composition.
- Analyze the functions of literary works within their social and cultural environments.
- Participate in small-group seminars and workshops led by leading scholars in the field.
- Tailor coursework to personal academic interests through elective modules.
- Optionally complete an internship to gain practical experience in publishing or related industries.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Humanities, Social Sciences, Communication, Arts, or a related field.
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)
Language: English (no specific proficiency test mentioned, but proficiency is implied for academic study)
Instruction: English
- Proficient written and oral communication skills in English.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities for textual analysis.
- Basic familiarity with literary theory and publishing history.
- Open to international applicants.
- No specific residency or nationality restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-05-01
Applicants must submit their application through the official University of Groningen portal. Required documents typically include a CV, a letter of motivation, academic transcripts, and proof of English proficiency if applicable. Specific instructions and deadlines are available on the programme’s application page.
- CV
- Letter of motivation
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (if required)
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