About the Programme

As the centre of English language culture in Asia, Singapore’s social and civic influence and allure are enormous. In the fostering and shaping of the next generation of Singaporean writers, NTU has been the dominant institution for the past decade. Few Singaporean writers of esteem, locally or internationally, are without a connection to NTU – from Singapore’s greatest poet Boey Kim Cheng to young internationally-celebrated novelists such as Sharlene Teo and Amanda Lee Koe. The Creative Writing and Publishing MA aims to extend this influence to publishers – a contingent that will not only shape the civic appeal of Singapore literature for decades to come, but fan out across Asia and act as Singapore’s representatives to the rest of the literary and publishing world.

The programme builds on NTU’s existing relationships and networks with literary organisations, publishers, writers and communities, and its strong branding as a centre of excellence for creative writing, in Singapore and across Asia.

The taught Master of Arts in Creative Writing and Publishing will benefit professionals and executives currently working in the writing, publishing and editing industry looking to enhance and develop their skills, knowledge and experience. The degree is targeted at the following people who wish to take their career to the next level by increasing their knowledge and experience under the programme: 
 
  • Freelance Writers
  • Authors 
  • Multimedia & Digital Content Writers & Content Managers
  • Journalists 
  • Editorial Writers
  • Booksellers 
  • Technical Writers
  • Publishers 
  • Book and Magazine Editors
  • Online Editors & Publishers