MLitt Crime Writing and Forensic Investigation at University of Dundee

Our creative writing and forensic science experts have joined forces to offer this unique course. It is for budding authors and scientists who want to write crime novels or non-fiction involving the use of forensic investigation and evidence.

Study for a creative writing qualification and enjoy the expertise of our world-leading Centre for Anatomy and Human Identification. Our experts are leading authorities in their field.

You will get access to authoritative advice on how forensic scientists, police and the law work in the real world, offering you an opportunity to learn about the forensic expert in a criminal court of law.

You will delve into the fascinating history of forensic investigation, from its beginnings in the nineteenth century right up to the present.

Your creative writing classes are delivered by experienced staff who will immerse you in the strong writing community in Dundee. 

Careers

Our practice-based teaching helps you find your strengths. You learn to produce critically aware and creative work . You will emerge with a sharpened sense of literary and cultural life and have an impressive body of work.

You may work in publishing, editing, teaching, festival management and writer in residence roles. As well as publishing novels, short stories and poetry.