University of St Andrews Creative Writing Summer Course

This Creative Writing course at the University of St Andrews is designed for anyone who wants to develop their own writing. It covers fiction, non-fiction, drama and poetry, and gives participants the chance to explore different genres while building confidence in their creative voice.

The course also introduces students to contemporary authors and to the wider craft of writing, including how writing skills can support a future career as a writer.

Teaching combines lectures, interactive workshops, group work and self-directed writing. Participants analyse published examples, try out writing exercises, and experiment with techniques such as characterisation, dialogue, metaphor, narrative structure and experimental writing.

There is also the opportunity to work on collaborative projects and to receive feedback on personal creative work from experienced tutors.

The course is taught by award-winning Scottish writers and makes use of the university’s historic and natural surroundings for inspiration. It is suitable both for experienced writers looking to develop their work further and for those who simply want to explore a new creative skill.

Successful participants receive an official certificate from the University of St Andrews.