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From Facts to Fiction: My Transformative Journey
For those of us entrenched in the world of nonfiction, the leap into the realm of fiction writing often resembles stepping into uncharted waters. As a broadcast journalist and freelance writer for lifestyle publications, I was well-versed in crafting narratives grounded in truth. Yet, with its intricate character arcs and imaginative plots, the world of…
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Before and After (Bournemouth University)
Embarking on MA in Creative Writing & Publishing (Online cohort) to graduating, and a year after, I can certainly say life’s been a whirlwind of storytelling, literary advocacy, and surprisingly, grant writing (which I now consider a creative art in itself!) and setting up a Community Interest Company. The journey’s been full of learning, growth,…
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From Bournemouth to The Page
When I started my MA in Creative Writing and Publishing at Bournemouth University in September 2019, I had no idea how much the experience would shape me—not just as a writer, but as a person. As an international student from the Czech Republic, moving to the UK felt like stepping into a new chapter of…
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My Experience as an International Student at Bournemouth University
Being an international student at Bournemouth University has been a genuinely life-changing and wonderful experience. Being a part of an on-campus cohort has given me a strong sense of community and support despite the hardships of moving to a new country for higher education. Through the offering of numerous resources and facilities that support both…
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Adventures come in all shapes and sizes
William Feather once said, “one way to get the most out of life is to look upon it as an adventure”. That’s how I viewed starting the MA in Creative Writing and Publishing.
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Graduation , Nov. 2024
Here are some pics of fun moments caught at the 2024 graduation ceremony. There were many highlights, including the online students seeing each other face-to-face for the first time and Sue Edser being awarded the Vice Chancellor’s Prize!
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Creative Writing Master’s student receives prestigious Vice-Chancellor’s Prize
Susan L. Edser completed the MA in Creative Writing and Publishing at BU in 2024 and received the prestigious Vice-Chancellor’s Prize for her academic ability, creative writing, and personal achievements. Susan believed in making the most of all the opportunities on offer to receive the most rounded experience from the course. She honed her writing…
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A Month in the Life: A Programme Leader’s Diary
Here is a whistle stop tour of a busy month in the life of MA in Creative Writing Progamme Leader, Brad Gyori (pen name Bradford Gyori), November 2024. It’s worth mentioning that this was a particularly hectic period as–in addition to the activities mentioned here–I was teaching 125 students across four different degrees, running Personal…