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Bilingualism and Multilingualism (Part-time) (PGCert)

Distance Learning
1 Year Part-time
2:2 honours degree

The PGCert in Bilingualism and Multilingualism is a unique distance learning postgraduate course - the first of its kind in Europe. It is designed to help students understand and contribute to the growing field of language planning and the development of bilingual and multilingual communities, both in Wales and around the world.

The course focuses on many different aspects of bilingualism and multilingualism. It looks at how languages are used in different societies and how they affect everyday life. You will learn about both national and international examples of bilingualism, giving you a broad understanding of the topic. The programme is designed to help you think critically and analyse how language policies are developed and how they impact society.

This PGCert is ideal for anyone looking to work in areas such as language teaching, language planning, or language analysis. You will develop the skills needed to apply the theories of bilingualism and multilingualism to real-world situations. Whether you want to work in education, research, or policymaking, this course will give you the knowledge and tools you need.

You will explore the latest research in the field, including international bilingualism research. This means you will learn about the most up-to-date theories and ideas in the area. The course also focuses on building your transferable skills. These include being able to research, analyse data, and use technology to present your findings. You will also gain confidence in working on projects, both independently and in teams.

The course is flexible and can be taken full-time or part-time, allowing you to study in a way that suits your lifestyle. 

The course has attracted students from many countries, including Italy, Germany, Brazil, and China. Students also have the chance to attend national and international conferences on bilingualism and language planning, further expanding their knowledge and networking opportunities.

If you’re passionate about understanding how languages shape our world and want to make a real impact in this field, the PGCert in Bilingualism and Multilingualism at UWTSD is a perfect choice.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Course length:
1 Year Part-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
Study bilingualism and language planning in Wales and internationally.
02
Different pathways are offered to meet the professional demands of a variety of careers in the field of bilingualism.
03
Choose from a range of modules according to your personal professional or vocational needs.

What you will learn

Our PGCert in Bilingualism and Multilingualism offers a unique blend of theory and practical application, designed to equip you with the critical thinking and analytical skills needed for professional roles in bilingualism, multilingualism, and language planning.

Throughout the course, you’ll explore the cognitive and societal aspects of language use, gaining a deep understanding of how languages shape both individuals and communities. You will also be introduced to key concepts in language teaching and language policies, ensuring you can apply these principles in various professional contexts.

As you advance, you’ll critically engage with the latest research in the field and analyse how language planning can influence the future of education and policy. By the end of the course, you will have both foundational and advanced expertise, preparing you for careers in language analysis, teaching, and policymaking. 

Optional (60 credits)

Cognitive Aspects of Bilingualism

(30 credits)

Models for Bilingual Teaching

(30 credits)

Bilingualism and Multilingualism in the Individual

(30 credits)

Societal Bilingualism

(30 credits)

Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Alternative entry routes  

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree. 

    Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree.  

    These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.   

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.  

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies. 

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.  

    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities 

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.  

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh 

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills.   

  • A range of assessment methods are adopted in order to enable students to illustrate their knowledge and skills in relation to learning outcomes, including:    

    • written assignments
    • presentations (adapted for distance learning purposes)
    • extended essays.

    Assessment methods are adopted on the basis of their appropriateness for ensuring that students can show that they have achieved the learning outcomes which are explicit in every module and on which the assessment criteria are based.

    At the start of every module students are provided with:

    • the assignment(s) for the assessment of the module and the weighting for each assignment
    • a list of the criteria used to mark an assignment or presentation
    • further guidance in relation to the requirements of the set tasks and dates for presentation.

    Following the completion of an assignment, each student will receive:

    • a formal report containing an assessment of the individual criteria on which the final mark was based, and feedback containing comments on how to improve as part of a formative process.
    • an opportunity to discuss the assignment with a tutor if necessary.

    Every assignment is assessed internally by a second-marker and by an external examiner.

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.

  • The University has excellent resources, thus enabling us to offer a range of modules available to suit professional developmental needs and personal interests. The degree has a broad focus which is suitable for a range of professional fields and aims to equip students with the information and skills to work confidently in the field of bilingualism / multilingualism and language planning. The course offers a range of experiences and would appeal to anyone involved in the development of the use of language in modern society, including:

    • Language Officers
    • Policy Makers & Government Officers
    • Language Planners
    • Teachers & Trainers
    • Translators
    • Youth/ Community Workers
    • Those currently working in adult education in various countries
    • Those developing learning opportunities in both youth and adult contexts

    The MA degree offers opportunities to progress to undertake subsequent research for a PhD.

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Ysgrifennu Creadigol (Llawn amser) (MA)

Dysgu o Bell
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Mae ein cwrs Ysgrifennu Creadigol Ôl-raddedig wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer pobl sydd eisiau tyfu fel ysgrifenwyr, gwella eu crefft ysgrifennu ac adeiladu portffolio cryf o waith. Byddwch yn cymryd rhan mewn gweithdai ysgrifennu dan arweiniad tiwtoriaid ac awduron cyhoeddedig. Yn y sesiynau hyn, byddwch yn rhannu eich ysgrifennu, yn rhoi ac yn cael adborth, ac yn dysgu technegau newydd.

Byddwch yn archwilio gwahanol ffurfiau o ysgrifennu, fel barddoniaeth, rhyddiaith, straeon byrion a ffeithiol. Mae pob gweithdy yn eich helpu i feithrin sgiliau a hyder yn eich llais ysgrifennu.

Mae’r cwrs hwn hefyd yn eich paratoi ar gyfer ysgrifennu yn y byd go iawn. Byddwch yn cwrdd ag asiantau llenyddol, golygyddion a gweithwyr proffesiynol sy’n gweithio ym maes cyhoeddi. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i anfon eich gwaith allan a beth i’w ddisgwyl wrth geisio cael eich cyhoeddi. Bydd y profiadau hyn yn cefnogi eich taith i ysgrifennu proffesiynol ac yn eich helpu i adeiladu gyrfa yn y diwydiannau creadigol. Fel rhan o’ch astudiaethau, byddwch yn mynychu digwyddiadau llenyddol, darlleniadau a thrafodaethau ar-lein. Byddwch yn cysylltu ag awduron eraill ac yn rhan o gymuned greadigol. 

Ar ddiwedd y cwrs, byddwch yn gweithio ar brosiect terfynol. Gallai hyn fod yn gasgliad o gerddi, nofel, straeon byrion neu ffeithiol greadigol. Dyma fydd eich cyfle i gynhyrchu gwaith sy’n barod i’w rannu â’r byd ehangach neu ei gyflwyno i asiantau neu gyhoeddwyr. Erbyn diwedd y cwrs hwn, bydd gennych ddealltwriaeth glir o fyd ysgrifennu a phortffolio cryf o waith. 

Byddwch hefyd wedi’ch paratoi’n dda ar gyfer gyrfa mewn cyhoeddi, addysgu, neu rolau eraill yn y celfyddydau a’r cyfryngau. P’un a ydych chi eisiau ysgrifennu i chi’ch hun neu fynd â’ch ysgrifennu ymhellach, bydd y cwrs hwn yn eich helpu i ddod o hyd i’ch llwybr.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Yn heriol yn academaidd ac yn greadigol, ein bwriad yw meithrin eich doniau creadigol ar draws ystod o ffurfiau gwahanol – gan gynnwys straeon byrion, sgriptiau ffilm, barddoniaeth, drama a nofelau.
02
Rhown gyfle i chi ddatblygu dealltwriaeth o fyd cyhoeddwyr gan ganolbwyntio ar eich sgiliau ymchwil a golygu ac archwilio agweddau allweddol ar gyhoeddi.
03
Byddwch yn mynychu dosbarthiadau mewn grwpiau bach â ffocws ar weithgareddau trafod a dysgu i annog yr hunan-ddatblygiad a’r adfyfyrio beirniadol y derbynnir eu bod yn allweddol ar gyfer datblygu galluoedd personol a phroffesiynol.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Credwn fod awduron yn dysgu orau drwy ymarfer, adborth a darllen manwl. Mae ein cwrs yn cyfuno datblygiad creadigol â meddwl beirniadol, gan eich helpu i feithrin hyder, sgiliau ac annibyniaeth. Byddwch yn dysgu gan diwtoriaid profiadol a chyfoedion mewn gofod cynhwysol a chefnogol sy’n gwerthfawrogi eich llais ac yn eich annog i gymryd risgiau creadigol.

Blwyddyn Un

Yn eich blwyddyn gyntaf, byddwch yn archwilio sylfeini crefft ysgrifennu trwy weithdai craidd mewn barddoniaeth a rhyddiaith. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i ddarllen fel awdur, gan ddadansoddi testunau i ddatgelu technegau creadigol. Mae modiwlau ymarferol yn canolbwyntio ar ddatblygu eich llais a llunio drafftiau cynnar, tra bod adborth gan gymheiriaid yn eich helpu i fyfyrio a gwella. Byddwch yn dechrau meithrin arfer ysgrifennu cyson a chymryd rhan yn y diwylliant llenyddol ehangach.

Blwyddyn Dau

Mae eich ail flwyddyn yn canolbwyntio ar ddyfnhau eich sgiliau creadigol a phroffesiynol. Byddwch yn dewis llwybr arbenigol ac yn cwblhau prosiect terfynol sylweddol mewn straeon byrion, ffeithiol, barddoniaeth, neu ryddiaith. Byddwch hefyd yn dysgu am ochr fusnes ysgrifennu—gweithio gydag asiantau llenyddol, cyflwyno gwaith, ac archwilio gyrfa mewn cyhoeddi. Erbyn y diwedd, byddwch yn cwblhau portffolio caboledig o waith yn barod i’w rannu’n gyhoeddus neu’n broffesiynol.

Crefft Ysgrifennu: Archwilio Llais, Ffurf ac Arfer

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu i un ffocws

(30 credydau)

Byd yr Awdur

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Lle a chyd-destun ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu

(30 credydau)

Prosiect Ysgrifennu Creadigol (Traethawd Hir)

(60 credydau)

Y Plentyn dros yr Oesoedd: Portreadau o’r Plentyn mewn Llenyddiaeth Fodern

(30 Credydau)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2  

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS. 

    Llwybrau mynediad amgen  

    • Tystysgrif Ôl-raddedig mewn Addysg Uwch (Tyst. Ôl-radd). Dyma ran gyntaf y radd Meistr lawn. 

    Unwaith y byddwch wedi cwblhau eich astudiaethau Tyst. Ôl-radd yn llwyddiannus, byddwch yn gymwys i symud ymlaen i weddill y radd Meistr.  

    Mae’r hain yn llwybrau delfrydol os ydych yn dychwelyd i astudio ar ôl seibiant, os nad ydych wedi astudio’r pwnc hwn o’r blaen, neu os na wnaethoch gyflawni’n raddau roeddech eu hangen i gael lle ar y radd hon.  

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn  

    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad. 

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg  

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.  

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw. 

     Gofynion fisa ac ariannu 

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.  

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.  

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.   

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.    

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais.  

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.   

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau.  

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.   

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol  

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.   

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg  

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg 

  • Caiff y rhaglen ei hasesu mewn amrywiaeth o ffyrdd a gall gynnwys traethodau, adolygiadau llyfrau, adroddiadau byr a chyfnodolion myfyriol, cyflwyniadau grŵp ac unigol a thraethawd hir.

  • Efallai cewch gyfle i fynychu cynhadledd neu ddigwyddiad allanol perthnasol, ac efallai y bydd disgwyl i chi gyfrannu at y costau hyn.

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Ysgoloriaethau a Bwrsarïau.

  • Mae’r Cyfleoedd gyrfaol a gwaith yn eang iawn, ac yn cynnwys:

    • Gwaith llawrydd fel ysgrifennu copi, golygu
    • Ysgrifennu creadigol annibynnol ac a gomisiynir
    • Marchnata a chodi arian
    • Cyhoeddi
    • Addysgu
    • Ysgrifennu ar gyfer ffilm, teledu a chyfryngau

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Creative Writing (Full-time) (MA)

Distance Learning
2 Years Full-time
2:2 honours degree

Our PG Creative Writing course is designed for people who want to grow as writers, improve your writing craft and build a strong portfolio of work.

You will take part in writing workshops led by tutors and published writers. In these sessions, you will share your writing, give and get feedback, and learn new techniques. You will explore different forms of writing, such as poetry, prose, short stories and non-fiction. Each workshop helps you build skills and confidence in your writing voice.

This course also prepares you for real-world writing. You will meet literary agents, editors and professionals working in publishing. You’ll learn how to send out your work and what to expect when trying to get published. These experiences will support your journey into professional writing and help you build a career in the creative industries.

As part of your studies, you will attend literary events, readings and online discussions. You will connect with other writers and be part of a creative community. At the end of the course, you will work on a final project. This could be a collection of poems, a novel, short stories or creative non-fiction. This will be your chance to produce work that is ready to be shared with the wider world or submitted to agents or publishers.

By the end of this course, you will have a clear understanding of the writing world and a strong portfolio of work. You will also be well prepared for a career in publishing, teaching, or other roles in the arts and media.

Whether you want to write for yourself or take your writing further, this course will help you find your path. 

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
2 Years Full-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
Academically and creatively challenging we aim to nurture your creative talent across a range of different forms - including short stories, screenplays, poetry, drama and novels.
02
We give you the opportunity to develop an understanding of the world of publishers focusing on your research and editing skills and exploring key aspects of publication.
03
You will attend small-group classes with a focus on discussion and learning activities to encourage the self-development and critical reflection accepted as key to the development of personal and professional capacities.

What you will learn

We believe writers learn best through practice, feedback and close reading. Our course blends creative development with critical thinking, helping you build confidence, skill and independence. You’ll learn from experienced tutors and peers in an inclusive, supportive space that values your voice and encourages you to take creative risks.

Year One

In your first year, you’ll explore the foundations of writing craft through core workshops in poetry and prose. You’ll learn how to read like a writer, analysing texts to uncover creative techniques. Practical modules focus on developing your voice and shaping early drafts, while peer feedback helps you reflect and improve. You’ll begin to build a consistent writing habit and take part in the wider literary culture.

Year Two

Your second year focuses on deepening your creative and professional skills. You’ll choose a specialist pathway and complete a substantial final project in short stories, non-fiction, poetry, or prose. You’ll also learn about the business side of writing—working with literary agents, submitting work, and exploring a career in publishing. By the end, you’ll complete a polished portfolio of work ready for public or professional sharing.

The Craft of Writing: Exploring Voice, Form, and Practice

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing to a single focus

(30 credits)

The Writer's World

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing place and context

(30 credits)

Creative Writing Project (Dissertation)

(60 credits)

The Child in time: Representation of The Child in Modern Literature

(30 Credits)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Alternative entry routes  

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree. 

    Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree.  

    These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.   

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. 

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.   

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies.  

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.   
     
    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities  

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.   

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh  

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills. 

  • The programme is assessed in a variety of ways and may include essays, book reviews, short reports and reflective journals, group and individual presentations and dissertation.

  • The Faculty has estimated on the assumption that students buy new copies of the books. Students may also choose to spend money on printing drafts of work.

    Students may spend up to £300 per year on books and additional related materials.

    Students are expected to submit two hard copies of their final project, the estimated cost for binding these is £20.

    Optional Field trip:
    Faculty works to ensure that there are a range of fieldwork and field trip options available both locally and internationally. Thus students can opt to take either more expensive or less expensive placements. The Faculty subsidises these but the cost each year is dependent on airfare, location, and currency exchange rates. Below are the upper end of expected costs based on where students have currently done placements.

    Fieldwork (depending on where student decides to do fieldwork): c. £500 - £1,500
    Individual trips: c. £5 - £50

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries section.

  • Career and employment opportunities are very broad and include:

    • Freelance work such as copywriting, editing 
    • Independent and commissioned creative writing
    • Marketing and fundraising
    • Publishing
    • Teaching
    • Writing for film, television and media

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Ysgrifennu Creadigol (Rhan amser) (MA)

Dysgu o Bell
4 Blynedd Rhan amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Mae ein cwrs Ysgrifennu Creadigol Ôl-raddedig wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer pobl sydd eisiau tyfu fel ysgrifenwyr, gwella eu crefft ysgrifennu ac adeiladu portffolio cryf o waith. Byddwch yn cymryd rhan mewn gweithdai ysgrifennu dan arweiniad tiwtoriaid ac awduron cyhoeddedig. Yn y sesiynau hyn, byddwch yn rhannu eich ysgrifennu, yn rhoi ac yn cael adborth, ac yn dysgu technegau newydd.

Byddwch yn archwilio gwahanol ffurfiau o ysgrifennu, fel barddoniaeth, rhyddiaith, straeon byrion a ffeithiol. Mae pob gweithdy yn eich helpu i feithrin sgiliau a hyder yn eich llais ysgrifennu.

Mae’r cwrs hwn hefyd yn eich paratoi ar gyfer ysgrifennu yn y byd go iawn. Byddwch yn cwrdd ag asiantau llenyddol, golygyddion a gweithwyr proffesiynol sy’n gweithio ym maes cyhoeddi. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i anfon eich gwaith allan a beth i’w ddisgwyl wrth geisio cael eich cyhoeddi. Bydd y profiadau hyn yn cefnogi eich taith i ysgrifennu proffesiynol ac yn eich helpu i adeiladu gyrfa yn y diwydiannau creadigol. Fel rhan o’ch astudiaethau, byddwch yn mynychu digwyddiadau llenyddol, darlleniadau a thrafodaethau ar-lein. Byddwch yn cysylltu ag awduron eraill ac yn rhan o gymuned greadigol. 

Ar ddiwedd y cwrs, byddwch yn gweithio ar brosiect terfynol. Gallai hyn fod yn gasgliad o gerddi, nofel, straeon byrion neu ffeithiol greadigol. Dyma fydd eich cyfle i gynhyrchu gwaith sy’n barod i’w rannu â’r byd ehangach neu ei gyflwyno i asiantau neu gyhoeddwyr. Erbyn diwedd y cwrs hwn, bydd gennych ddealltwriaeth glir o fyd ysgrifennu a phortffolio cryf o waith. 

Byddwch hefyd wedi’ch paratoi’n dda ar gyfer gyrfa mewn cyhoeddi, addysgu, neu rolau eraill yn y celfyddydau a’r cyfryngau. P’un a ydych chi eisiau ysgrifennu i chi’ch hun neu fynd â’ch ysgrifennu ymhellach, bydd y cwrs hwn yn eich helpu i ddod o hyd i’ch llwybr.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
4 Blynedd Rhan amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Yn heriol yn academaidd ac yn greadigol, ein bwriad yw meithrin eich doniau creadigol ar draws ystod o ffurfiau gwahanol – gan gynnwys straeon byrion, sgriptiau ffilm, barddoniaeth, drama a nofelau.
02
Rhown gyfle i chi ddatblygu dealltwriaeth o fyd cyhoeddwyr gan ganolbwyntio ar eich sgiliau ymchwil a golygu ac archwilio agweddau allweddol ar gyhoeddi.
03
Byddwch yn mynychu dosbarthiadau mewn grwpiau bach â ffocws ar weithgareddau trafod a dysgu i annog yr hunan-ddatblygiad a’r adfyfyrio beirniadol y derbynnir eu bod yn allweddol ar gyfer datblygu galluoedd personol a phroffesiynol.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Credwn fod awduron yn dysgu orau drwy ymarfer, adborth a darllen manwl. Mae ein cwrs yn cyfuno datblygiad creadigol â meddwl beirniadol, gan eich helpu i feithrin hyder, sgiliau ac annibyniaeth. Byddwch yn dysgu gan diwtoriaid profiadol a chyfoedion mewn gofod cynhwysol a chefnogol sy’n gwerthfawrogi eich llais ac yn eich annog i gymryd risgiau creadigol.

Blwyddyn Un a Dau

Byddwch yn archwilio sylfeini crefft ysgrifennu trwy weithdai craidd mewn barddoniaeth a rhyddiaith. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i ddarllen fel awdur, gan ddadansoddi testunau i ddatgelu technegau creadigol. Mae modiwlau ymarferol yn canolbwyntio ar ddatblygu eich llais a chynhyrchu drafftiau cynnar, tra bod adborth gan gymheiriaid yn eich helpu i fyfyrio a gwella. Byddwch yn dechrau datblygu arfer ysgrifennu rheolaidd a chymryd rhan yn y diwylliant llenyddol ehangach.

Blwyddyn Tri a Phedwar

Byddwch yn canolbwyntio ar eich sgiliau creadigol a phroffesiynol. Byddwch yn dewis llwybr tywys ac yn cwblhau canlyniadau mewn canlyniadau byr, seminar, adborth, neu ryddiaith. Byddwch hefyd yn dysgu am ochr fusnes ysgrifennu—gweithio gydag awgrymiadau llenyddol, gwaith, ac arwain gyrfa mewn cyhoeddi. Erbyn y diwedd, byddwch yn cwblhau portffolios gwaith caboledig yn barod i’w rhannu’n ddwys neu i’w harwain.

Crefft Ysgrifennu: Archwilio Llais, Ffurf ac Arfer

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu i un ffocws

(30 credydau)

Byd yr Awdur

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Lle a chyd-destun ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu

(30 credydau)

Prosiect Ysgrifennu Creadigol (Traethawd Hir)

(60 credydau)

Y Plentyn dros yr Oesoedd: Portreadau o’r Plentyn mewn Llenyddiaeth Fodern

(30 Credydau)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2  

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS. 

    Llwybrau mynediad amgen  

    • Tystysgrif Ôl-raddedig mewn Addysg Uwch (Tyst. Ôl-radd). Dyma ran gyntaf y radd Meistr lawn. 

    Unwaith y byddwch wedi cwblhau eich astudiaethau Tyst. Ôl-radd yn llwyddiannus, byddwch yn gymwys i symud ymlaen i weddill y radd Meistr.  

    Mae’r hain yn llwybrau delfrydol os ydych yn dychwelyd i astudio ar ôl seibiant, os nad ydych wedi astudio’r pwnc hwn o’r blaen, neu os na wnaethoch gyflawni’n raddau roeddech eu hangen i gael lle ar y radd hon.  

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn  

    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad. 

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg  

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.  

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw. 

     Gofynion fisa ac ariannu 

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.  

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.  

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.   

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.    

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais.  

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.   

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau.  

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.   

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol  

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.   

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg  

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg 

  • Caiff y rhaglen ei hasesu mewn amrywiaeth o ffyrdd a gall gynnwys traethodau, adolygiadau llyfrau, adroddiadau byr a chyfnodolion myfyriol, cyflwyniadau grŵp ac unigol a thraethawd hir.

  • Efallai cewch gyfle i fynychu cynhadledd neu ddigwyddiad allanol perthnasol, ac efallai y bydd disgwyl i chi gyfrannu at y costau hyn.

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Ysgoloriaethau a Bwrsarïau.

  • Mae’r Cyfleoedd gyrfaol a gwaith yn eang iawn, ac yn cynnwys:

    • Gwaith llawrydd fel ysgrifennu copi, golygu
    • Ysgrifennu creadigol annibynnol ac a gomisiynir
    • Marchnata a chodi arian
    • Cyhoeddi
    • Addysgu
    • Ysgrifennu ar gyfer ffilm, teledu a chyfryngau

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Creative Writing (Part-time) (MA)

Distance Learning
4 Years Part-time
2:2 honours degree

Our PG Creative Writing course is designed for people who want to grow as writers, improve your writing craft and build a strong portfolio of work.

You will take part in writing workshops led by tutors and published writers. In these sessions, you will share your writing, give and get feedback, and learn new techniques. You will explore different forms of writing, such as poetry, prose, short stories and non-fiction. Each workshop helps you build skills and confidence in your writing voice.

This course also prepares you for real-world writing. You will meet literary agents, editors and professionals working in publishing. You’ll learn how to send out your work and what to expect when trying to get published. These experiences will support your journey into professional writing and help you build a career in the creative industries.

As part of your studies, you will attend literary events, readings and online discussions. You will connect with other writers and be part of a creative community. At the end of the course, you will work on a final project. This could be a collection of poems, a novel, short stories or creative non-fiction. This will be your chance to produce work that is ready to be shared with the wider world or submitted to agents or publishers.

By the end of this course, you will have a clear understanding of the writing world and a strong portfolio of work. You will also be well prepared for a career in publishing, teaching, or other roles in the arts and media.

Whether you want to write for yourself or take your writing further, this course will help you find your path. 

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
4 Years Part-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
Academically and creatively challenging we aim to nurture your creative talent across a range of different forms - including short stories, screenplays, poetry, drama and novels.
02
We give you the opportunity to develop an understanding of the world of publishers focusing on your research and editing skills and exploring key aspects of publication.
03
You will attend small-group classes with a focus on discussion and learning activities to encourage the self-development and critical reflection accepted as key to the development of personal and professional capacities.

What you will learn

We believe writers learn best through practice, feedback and close reading. Our course blends creative development with critical thinking, helping you build confidence, skill and independence. You’ll learn from experienced tutors and peers in an inclusive, supportive space that values your voice and encourages you to take creative risks.

Year’s One & Two

You’ll explore the foundations of writing craft through core workshops in poetry and prose. You’ll learn how to read like a writer, analysing texts to uncover creative techniques. Practical modules focus on developing your voice and shaping early drafts, while peer feedback helps you reflect and improve. You’ll begin to build a consistent writing habit and take part in the wider literary culture.

Year’s Three and Four

You’ll deepen your creative and professional skills. You’ll choose a specialist pathway and complete a substantial final project in short stories, non-fiction, poetry, or prose. You’ll also learn about the business side of writing—working with literary agents, submitting work, and exploring a career in publishing. By the end, you’ll complete a polished portfolio of work ready for public or professional sharing.

The Craft of Writing: Exploring Voice, Form, and Practice

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing to a single focus

(30 credits)

The Writer's World

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing place and context

(30 credits)

Creative Writing Project (Dissertation)

(60 credits)

The Child in time: Representation of The Child in Modern Literature

(30 Credits)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Alternative entry routes  

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree. 

    Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree.  

    These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.   

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. 

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.   

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies.  

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.   
     
    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities  

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.   

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh  

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills. 

  • The programme is assessed in a variety of ways and may include essays, book reviews, short reports and reflective journals, group and individual presentations and dissertation.

  • The Faculty has estimated on the assumption that students buy new copies of the books. Students may also choose to spend money on printing drafts of work.

    Students may spend up to £300 per year on books and additional related materials.

    Students are expected to submit two hard copies of their final project, the estimated cost for binding these is £20.

    Optional Field trip:
    Faculty works to ensure that there are a range of fieldwork and field trip options available both locally and internationally. Thus students can opt to take either more expensive or less expensive placements. The Faculty subsidises these but the cost each year is dependent on airfare, location, and currency exchange rates. Below are the upper end of expected costs based on where students have currently done placements.

    Fieldwork (depending on where student decides to do fieldwork): c. £500 - £1,500
    Individual trips: c. £5 - £50

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries section.

  • Career and employment opportunities are very broad and include:

    • Freelance work such as copywriting, editing 
    • Independent and commissioned creative writing
    • Marketing and fundraising
    • Publishing
    • Teaching
    • Writing for film, television and media

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Ysgrifennu Creadigol (Llawn amser) (PGCert)

Dysgu o Bell
1 Blynedd Llawn amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Mae ein cwrs Ysgrifennu Creadigol Ôl-raddedig wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer pobl sydd eisiau tyfu fel ysgrifenwyr, gwella eu crefft ysgrifennu ac adeiladu portffolio cryf o waith. Byddwch yn cymryd rhan mewn gweithdai ysgrifennu dan arweiniad tiwtoriaid ac awduron cyhoeddedig. Yn y sesiynau hyn, byddwch yn rhannu eich ysgrifennu, yn rhoi ac yn cael adborth, ac yn dysgu technegau newydd.

Byddwch yn archwilio gwahanol ffurfiau o ysgrifennu, fel barddoniaeth, rhyddiaith, straeon byrion a ffeithiol. Mae pob gweithdy yn eich helpu i feithrin sgiliau a hyder yn eich llais ysgrifennu.

Mae’r cwrs hwn hefyd yn eich paratoi ar gyfer ysgrifennu yn y byd go iawn. Byddwch yn cwrdd ag asiantau llenyddol, golygyddion a gweithwyr proffesiynol sy’n gweithio ym maes cyhoeddi. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i anfon eich gwaith allan a beth i’w ddisgwyl wrth geisio cael eich cyhoeddi. Bydd y profiadau hyn yn cefnogi eich taith i ysgrifennu proffesiynol ac yn eich helpu i adeiladu gyrfa yn y diwydiannau creadigol. Fel rhan o’ch astudiaethau, byddwch yn mynychu digwyddiadau llenyddol, darlleniadau a thrafodaethau ar-lein. Byddwch yn cysylltu ag awduron eraill ac yn rhan o gymuned greadigol. 

Byddwch hefyd wedi’ch paratoi’n dda ar gyfer gyrfa mewn cyhoeddi, addysgu, neu rolau eraill yn y celfyddydau a’r cyfryngau. P’un a ydych chi eisiau ysgrifennu i chi’ch hun neu fynd â’ch ysgrifennu ymhellach, bydd y cwrs hwn yn eich helpu i ddod o hyd i’ch llwybr.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
1 Blynedd Llawn amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Yn heriol yn academaidd ac yn greadigol, ein bwriad yw meithrin eich doniau creadigol ar draws ystod o ffurfiau gwahanol – gan gynnwys straeon byrion, sgriptiau ffilm, barddoniaeth, drama a nofelau.
02
Rhown gyfle i chi ddatblygu dealltwriaeth o fyd cyhoeddwyr gan ganolbwyntio ar eich sgiliau ymchwil a golygu ac archwilio agweddau allweddol ar gyhoeddi.
03
Byddwch yn mynychu dosbarthiadau mewn grwpiau bach â ffocws ar weithgareddau trafod a dysgu i annog yr hunan-ddatblygiad a’r adfyfyrio beirniadol y derbynnir eu bod yn allweddol ar gyfer datblygu galluoedd personol a phroffesiynol.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Credwn fod awduron yn dysgu orau drwy ymarfer, adborth a darllen manwl. Mae ein cwrs yn cyfuno datblygiad creadigol â meddwl beirniadol, gan eich helpu i feithrin hyder, sgiliau ac annibyniaeth. Byddwch yn dysgu gan diwtoriaid profiadol a chyfoedion mewn gofod cynhwysol a chefnogol sy’n gwerthfawrogi eich llais ac yn eich annog i gymryd risgiau creadigol.

Byddwch yn archwilio sylfeini crefft ysgrifennu drwy weithdai craidd mewn barddoniaeth a rhyddiaith. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i ddarllen fel awdur, gan ddadansoddi testunau i ddatgelu technegau creadigol. Mae modiwlau ymarferol yn canolbwyntio ar ddatblygu eich llais a chynhyrchu drafftiau cynnar, tra bod adborth gan gymheiriaid yn eich helpu i fyfyrio a gwella. Byddwch yn dechrau datblygu arfer ysgrifennu rheolaidd a chymryd rhan yn y diwylliant llenyddol ehangach.

Crefft Ysgrifennu: Archwilio Llais, Ffurf ac Arfer

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu i un ffocws

(30 credydau)

Byd yr Awdur

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Lle a chyd-destun ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu

(30 credydau)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2  

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS. 

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn  

    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad. 

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg  

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.  

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw. 

     Gofynion fisa ac ariannu 

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.  

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.  

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.   

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.    

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais.  

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.   

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau.  

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.   

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol  

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.   

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg  

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg 

  • Caiff y rhaglen ei hasesu mewn amrywiaeth o ffyrdd a gall gynnwys traethodau, adolygiadau llyfrau, adroddiadau byr a chyfnodolion myfyriol, cyflwyniadau grŵp ac unigol a thraethawd hir.

  • Efallai cewch gyfle i fynychu cynhadledd neu ddigwyddiad allanol perthnasol, ac efallai y bydd disgwyl i chi gyfrannu at y costau hyn.

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Ysgoloriaethau a Bwrsarïau.

  • Mae’r Cyfleoedd gyrfaol a gwaith yn eang iawn, ac yn cynnwys:

    • Gwaith llawrydd fel ysgrifennu copi, golygu
    • Ysgrifennu creadigol annibynnol ac a gomisiynir
    • Marchnata a chodi arian
    • Cyhoeddi
    • Addysgu
    • Ysgrifennu ar gyfer ffilm, teledu a chyfryngau

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Creative Writing (Full-time) (PGCert)

Distance Learning
1 Years Full-time
2:2 honours degree

Our PG Creative Writing course is designed for people who want to grow as writers, improve your writing craft and build a strong portfolio of work.

You will take part in writing workshops led by tutors and published writers. In these sessions, you will share your writing, give and get feedback, and learn new techniques. You will explore different forms of writing, such as poetry, prose, short stories and non-fiction. Each workshop helps you build skills and confidence in your writing voice.

This course also prepares you for real-world writing. You will meet literary agents, editors and professionals working in publishing. You’ll learn how to send out your work and what to expect when trying to get published. These experiences will support your journey into professional writing and help you build a career in the creative industries.

As part of your studies, you will attend literary events, readings and online discussions. You will connect with other writers and be part of a creative community. 

By the end of this course, you will have a clear understanding of the writing world and a strong portfolio of work. You will also be well prepared for a career in publishing, teaching, or other roles in the arts and media.

Whether you want to write for yourself or take your writing further, this course will help you find your path. 

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
1 Years Full-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
Academically and creatively challenging we aim to nurture your creative talent across a range of different forms - including short stories, screenplays, poetry, drama and novels.
02
We give you the opportunity to develop an understanding of the world of publishers focusing on your research and editing skills and exploring key aspects of publication.
03
You will attend small-group classes with a focus on discussion and learning activities to encourage the self-development and critical reflection accepted as key to the development of personal and professional capacities.

What you will learn

We believe writers learn best through practice, feedback and close reading. Our course blends creative development with critical thinking, helping you build confidence, skill and independence. You’ll learn from experienced tutors and peers in an inclusive, supportive space that values your voice and encourages you to take creative risks.

You’ll explore the foundations of writing craft through core workshops in poetry and prose. You’ll learn how to read like a writer, analysing texts to uncover creative techniques. Practical modules focus on developing your voice and shaping early drafts, while peer feedback helps you reflect and improve. You’ll begin to build a consistent writing habit and take part in the wider literary culture.

The Craft of Writing: Exploring Voice, Form, and Practice

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing to a single focus

(30 credits)

The Writer's World

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing place and context

(30 credits)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. 

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.   

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies.  

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.   
     
    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities  

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.   

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh  

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills. 

  • The programme is assessed in a variety of ways and may include essays, book reviews, short reports and reflective journals, group and individual presentations and dissertation.

  • The Faculty has estimated on the assumption that students buy new copies of the books. Students may also choose to spend money on printing drafts of work.

    Students may spend up to £300 per year on books and additional related materials.

    Students are expected to submit two hard copies of their final project, the estimated cost for binding these is £20.

    Optional Field trip:
    Faculty works to ensure that there are a range of fieldwork and field trip options available both locally and internationally. Thus students can opt to take either more expensive or less expensive placements. The Faculty subsidises these but the cost each year is dependent on airfare, location, and currency exchange rates. Below are the upper end of expected costs based on where students have currently done placements.

    Fieldwork (depending on where student decides to do fieldwork): c. £500 - £1,500
    Individual trips: c. £5 - £50

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries section.

  • Career and employment opportunities are very broad and include:

    • Freelance work such as copywriting, editing 
    • Independent and commissioned creative writing
    • Marketing and fundraising
    • Publishing
    • Teaching
    • Writing for film, television and media

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Ysgrifennu Creadigol (Rhan amser) (PGCert)

Dysgu o Bell
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Mae ein cwrs Ysgrifennu Creadigol Ôl-raddedig wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer pobl sydd eisiau tyfu fel ysgrifenwyr, gwella eu crefft ysgrifennu ac adeiladu portffolio cryf o waith. Byddwch yn cymryd rhan mewn gweithdai ysgrifennu dan arweiniad tiwtoriaid ac awduron cyhoeddedig. Yn y sesiynau hyn, byddwch yn rhannu eich ysgrifennu, yn rhoi ac yn cael adborth, ac yn dysgu technegau newydd.

Byddwch yn archwilio gwahanol ffurfiau o ysgrifennu, fel barddoniaeth, rhyddiaith, straeon byrion a ffeithiol. Mae pob gweithdy yn eich helpu i feithrin sgiliau a hyder yn eich llais ysgrifennu.

Mae’r cwrs hwn hefyd yn eich paratoi ar gyfer ysgrifennu yn y byd go iawn. Byddwch yn cwrdd ag asiantau llenyddol, golygyddion a gweithwyr proffesiynol sy’n gweithio ym maes cyhoeddi. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i anfon eich gwaith allan a beth i’w ddisgwyl wrth geisio cael eich cyhoeddi. Bydd y profiadau hyn yn cefnogi eich taith i ysgrifennu proffesiynol ac yn eich helpu i adeiladu gyrfa yn y diwydiannau creadigol. Fel rhan o’ch astudiaethau, byddwch yn mynychu digwyddiadau llenyddol, darlleniadau a thrafodaethau ar-lein. Byddwch yn cysylltu ag awduron eraill ac yn rhan o gymuned greadigol. 

Byddwch hefyd wedi’ch paratoi’n dda ar gyfer gyrfa mewn cyhoeddi, addysgu, neu rolau eraill yn y celfyddydau a’r cyfryngau. P’un a ydych chi eisiau ysgrifennu i chi’ch hun neu fynd â’ch ysgrifennu ymhellach, bydd y cwrs hwn yn eich helpu i ddod o hyd i’ch llwybr.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Yn heriol yn academaidd ac yn greadigol, ein bwriad yw meithrin eich doniau creadigol ar draws ystod o ffurfiau gwahanol – gan gynnwys straeon byrion, sgriptiau ffilm, barddoniaeth, drama a nofelau.
02
Rhown gyfle i chi ddatblygu dealltwriaeth o fyd cyhoeddwyr gan ganolbwyntio ar eich sgiliau ymchwil a golygu ac archwilio agweddau allweddol ar gyhoeddi.
03
Byddwch yn mynychu dosbarthiadau mewn grwpiau bach â ffocws ar weithgareddau trafod a dysgu i annog yr hunan-ddatblygiad a’r adfyfyrio beirniadol y derbynnir eu bod yn allweddol ar gyfer datblygu galluoedd personol a phroffesiynol.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Credwn fod awduron yn dysgu orau drwy ymarfer, adborth a darllen manwl. Mae ein cwrs yn cyfuno datblygiad creadigol â meddwl beirniadol, gan eich helpu i feithrin hyder, sgiliau ac annibyniaeth. Byddwch yn dysgu gan diwtoriaid profiadol a chyfoedion mewn gofod cynhwysol a chefnogol sy’n gwerthfawrogi eich llais ac yn eich annog i gymryd risgiau creadigol.

Byddwch yn archwilio sylfeini crefft ysgrifennu drwy weithdai craidd mewn barddoniaeth a rhyddiaith. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i ddarllen fel awdur, gan ddadansoddi testunau i ddatgelu technegau creadigol. Mae modiwlau ymarferol yn canolbwyntio ar ddatblygu eich llais a chynhyrchu drafftiau cynnar, tra bod adborth gan gymheiriaid yn eich helpu i fyfyrio a gwella. Byddwch yn dechrau datblygu arfer ysgrifennu rheolaidd a chymryd rhan yn y diwylliant llenyddol ehangach.

Crefft Ysgrifennu: Archwilio Llais, Ffurf ac Arfer

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu i un ffocws

(30 credydau)

Byd yr Awdur

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Lle a chyd-destun ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu

(30 credydau)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2  

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS. 

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn  

    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad. 

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg  

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.  

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw. 

     Gofynion fisa ac ariannu 

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.  

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.  

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.   

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.    

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais.  

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.   

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau.  

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.   

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol  

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.   

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg  

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg 

  • Caiff y rhaglen ei hasesu mewn amrywiaeth o ffyrdd a gall gynnwys traethodau, adolygiadau llyfrau, adroddiadau byr a chyfnodolion myfyriol, cyflwyniadau grŵp ac unigol a thraethawd hir.

  • Efallai cewch gyfle i fynychu cynhadledd neu ddigwyddiad allanol perthnasol, ac efallai y bydd disgwyl i chi gyfrannu at y costau hyn.

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Ysgoloriaethau a Bwrsarïau.

  • Mae’r Cyfleoedd gyrfaol a gwaith yn eang iawn, ac yn cynnwys:

    • Gwaith llawrydd fel ysgrifennu copi, golygu
    • Ysgrifennu creadigol annibynnol ac a gomisiynir
    • Marchnata a chodi arian
    • Cyhoeddi
    • Addysgu
    • Ysgrifennu ar gyfer ffilm, teledu a chyfryngau

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Creative Writing (Part-time) (PGCert)

Distance Learning
2 Years Part-time
2:2 honours degree

Our PG Creative Writing course is designed for people who want to grow as writers, improve your writing craft and build a strong portfolio of work.

You will take part in writing workshops led by tutors and published writers. In these sessions, you will share your writing, give and get feedback, and learn new techniques. You will explore different forms of writing, such as poetry, prose, short stories and non-fiction. Each workshop helps you build skills and confidence in your writing voice.

This course also prepares you for real-world writing. You will meet literary agents, editors and professionals working in publishing. You’ll learn how to send out your work and what to expect when trying to get published. These experiences will support your journey into professional writing and help you build a career in the creative industries.

As part of your studies, you will attend literary events, readings and online discussions. You will connect with other writers and be part of a creative community. 

By the end of this course, you will have a clear understanding of the writing world and a strong portfolio of work. You will also be well prepared for a career in publishing, teaching, or other roles in the arts and media.

Whether you want to write for yourself or take your writing further, this course will help you find your path. 

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
2 Years Part-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
Academically and creatively challenging we aim to nurture your creative talent across a range of different forms - including short stories, screenplays, poetry, drama and novels.
02
We give you the opportunity to develop an understanding of the world of publishers focusing on your research and editing skills and exploring key aspects of publication.
03
You will attend small-group classes with a focus on discussion and learning activities to encourage the self-development and critical reflection accepted as key to the development of personal and professional capacities.

What you will learn

We believe writers learn best through practice, feedback and close reading. Our course blends creative development with critical thinking, helping you build confidence, skill and independence. You’ll learn from experienced tutors and peers in an inclusive, supportive space that values your voice and encourages you to take creative risks.

You’ll explore the foundations of writing craft through core workshops in poetry and prose. You’ll learn how to read like a writer, analysing texts to uncover creative techniques. Practical modules focus on developing your voice and shaping early drafts, while peer feedback helps you reflect and improve. You’ll begin to build a consistent writing habit and take part in the wider literary culture.

The Craft of Writing: Exploring Voice, Form, and Practice

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing to a single focus

(30 credits)

The Writer's World

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing place and context

(30 credits)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. 

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.   

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies.  

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.   
     
    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities  

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.   

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh  

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills. 

  • The programme is assessed in a variety of ways and may include essays, book reviews, short reports and reflective journals, group and individual presentations and dissertation.

  • The Faculty has estimated on the assumption that students buy new copies of the books. Students may also choose to spend money on printing drafts of work.

    Students may spend up to £300 per year on books and additional related materials.

    Students are expected to submit two hard copies of their final project, the estimated cost for binding these is £20.

    Optional Field trip:
    Faculty works to ensure that there are a range of fieldwork and field trip options available both locally and internationally. Thus students can opt to take either more expensive or less expensive placements. The Faculty subsidises these but the cost each year is dependent on airfare, location, and currency exchange rates. Below are the upper end of expected costs based on where students have currently done placements.

    Fieldwork (depending on where student decides to do fieldwork): c. £500 - £1,500
    Individual trips: c. £5 - £50

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries section.

  • Career and employment opportunities are very broad and include:

    • Freelance work such as copywriting, editing 
    • Independent and commissioned creative writing
    • Marketing and fundraising
    • Publishing
    • Teaching
    • Writing for film, television and media

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Ysgrifennu Creadigol (Llawn amser) (PGDip)

Dysgu o Bell
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Mae ein cwrs Ysgrifennu Creadigol Ôl-raddedig wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer pobl sydd eisiau tyfu fel ysgrifenwyr, gwella eu crefft ysgrifennu ac adeiladu portffolio cryf o waith. Byddwch yn cymryd rhan mewn gweithdai ysgrifennu dan arweiniad tiwtoriaid ac awduron cyhoeddedig. Yn y sesiynau hyn, byddwch yn rhannu eich ysgrifennu, yn rhoi ac yn cael adborth, ac yn dysgu technegau newydd.

Byddwch yn archwilio gwahanol ffurfiau o ysgrifennu, fel barddoniaeth, rhyddiaith, straeon byrion a ffeithiol. Mae pob gweithdy yn eich helpu i feithrin sgiliau a hyder yn eich llais ysgrifennu.

Mae’r cwrs hwn hefyd yn eich paratoi ar gyfer ysgrifennu yn y byd go iawn. Byddwch yn cwrdd ag asiantau llenyddol, golygyddion a gweithwyr proffesiynol sy’n gweithio ym maes cyhoeddi. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i anfon eich gwaith allan a beth i’w ddisgwyl wrth geisio cael eich cyhoeddi. Bydd y profiadau hyn yn cefnogi eich taith i ysgrifennu proffesiynol ac yn eich helpu i adeiladu gyrfa yn y diwydiannau creadigol. Fel rhan o’ch astudiaethau, byddwch yn mynychu digwyddiadau llenyddol, darlleniadau a thrafodaethau ar-lein. Byddwch yn cysylltu ag awduron eraill ac yn rhan o gymuned greadigol. 

Byddwch hefyd wedi’ch paratoi’n dda ar gyfer gyrfa mewn cyhoeddi, addysgu, neu rolau eraill yn y celfyddydau a’r cyfryngau. P’un a ydych chi eisiau ysgrifennu i chi’ch hun neu fynd â’ch ysgrifennu ymhellach, bydd y cwrs hwn yn eich helpu i ddod o hyd i’ch llwybr.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Yn heriol yn academaidd ac yn greadigol, ein bwriad yw meithrin eich doniau creadigol ar draws ystod o ffurfiau gwahanol – gan gynnwys straeon byrion, sgriptiau ffilm, barddoniaeth, drama a nofelau.
02
Rhown gyfle i chi ddatblygu dealltwriaeth o fyd cyhoeddwyr gan ganolbwyntio ar eich sgiliau ymchwil a golygu ac archwilio agweddau allweddol ar gyhoeddi.
03
Byddwch yn mynychu dosbarthiadau mewn grwpiau bach â ffocws ar weithgareddau trafod a dysgu i annog yr hunan-ddatblygiad a’r adfyfyrio beirniadol y derbynnir eu bod yn allweddol ar gyfer datblygu galluoedd personol a phroffesiynol.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Credwn fod awduron yn dysgu orau drwy ymarfer, adborth a darllen manwl. Mae ein cwrs yn cyfuno datblygiad creadigol â meddwl beirniadol, gan eich helpu i feithrin hyder, sgiliau ac annibyniaeth. Byddwch yn dysgu gan diwtoriaid profiadol a chyfoedion mewn gofod cynhwysol a chefnogol sy’n gwerthfawrogi eich llais ac yn eich annog i gymryd risgiau creadigol.

Byddwch yn archwilio sylfeini crefft ysgrifennu drwy weithdai craidd mewn barddoniaeth a rhyddiaith. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i ddarllen fel awdur, gan ddadansoddi testunau i ddatgelu technegau creadigol. Mae modiwlau ymarferol yn canolbwyntio ar ddatblygu eich llais a chynhyrchu drafftiau cynnar, tra bod adborth gan gymheiriaid yn eich helpu i fyfyrio a gwella. Byddwch yn dechrau datblygu arfer ysgrifennu rheolaidd a chymryd rhan yn y diwylliant llenyddol ehangach.

Crefft Ysgrifennu: Archwilio Llais, Ffurf ac Arfer

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu i un ffocws

(30 credydau)

Byd yr Awdur

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Lle a chyd-destun ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu

(30 credydau)

Y Plentyn dros yr Oesoedd: Portreadau o’r Plentyn mewn Llenyddiaeth Fodern

(30 Credydau)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2  

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS. 

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn  

    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad. 

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg  

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.  

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw. 

     Gofynion fisa ac ariannu 

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.  

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.  

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.   

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.    

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais.  

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.   

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau.  

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.   

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol  

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.   

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg  

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg 

  • Caiff y rhaglen ei hasesu mewn amrywiaeth o ffyrdd a gall gynnwys traethodau, adolygiadau llyfrau, adroddiadau byr a chyfnodolion myfyriol, cyflwyniadau grŵp ac unigol a thraethawd hir.

  • Efallai cewch gyfle i fynychu cynhadledd neu ddigwyddiad allanol perthnasol, ac efallai y bydd disgwyl i chi gyfrannu at y costau hyn.

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Ysgoloriaethau a Bwrsarïau.

  • Mae’r Cyfleoedd gyrfaol a gwaith yn eang iawn, ac yn cynnwys:

    • Gwaith llawrydd fel ysgrifennu copi, golygu
    • Ysgrifennu creadigol annibynnol ac a gomisiynir
    • Marchnata a chodi arian
    • Cyhoeddi
    • Addysgu
    • Ysgrifennu ar gyfer ffilm, teledu a chyfryngau

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