Creative Writing degrees in Southern England

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Oxford Brookes University

2 creative-writing courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
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WIFI is absolutely awful and there are many dead zones around campus. How can a top-level engineering university provide such poor internet connection, especially when all of our assignments are internet based and due online? I am constantly searching for places around campus with any useable connection and the VPN speeds when you're off campus are just unusable. It's the year 2024. How have we not figured this out yet? It's absolutely unaccusable. You have the money to build an entire new campus, but can't fix the internet at your main campus? Awful.

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English Literature with Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
calculator icon 112 ucas points clock icon 6 years part time
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Year 1
  • Creative Writing 1: Voice and Craft in Poetry and Prose
  • Diverse Americas: Modern and Contemporary American Literature
  • Literature of Travel, Exploration and Exile
  • Reading Wonderland: The Literature of Oxford
  • Reading for Meaning
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University of Kent

1 creative-writing courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 8th
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It does gave students a broader knowledge on psychology and skills to prepare for Phd and Doctorate. However, i still don’t understand why we are studying statistics at high level where exams are strict based and explanations does not try to relate it to the field of psychology!

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Stage 1
  • ENGL3360 - Changing Literatures: From Chaucer to the Contemporary
  • ENGL3370 - Thinking Through Theory
  • ENGL3390 - Creative Writing Foundations
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University of Westminster, London

5 creative-writing courses LONDON
WUSCA ranking: 82th
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The University of Westminster is a great place to study because of its location in the heart of London, at Baker Street. The professors are excellent and have relevant knowledge and experience in the sports industry. We also hear from experienced guest speakers working in the industry, which gives us valuable insight into real-world careers. In addition, we go on trips to visit sporting stadiums and venues, which is very helpful for gaining practical experience and a deeper understanding of the industry. The university experience could be enhanced by organising more on-campus activities and events for students.

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Year 1
  • Genre, Style and Form
  • Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication
  • Language and Text
  • Reflective Writing 1
  • Storytelling Across Platforms
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London Metropolitan University

2 creative-writing courses LONDON
WUSCA ranking: 79th
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My initial reasons for joining were simple. I was drawn to the community; on my open day, I saw a diverse range of people and felt it was a place where the average person from a working-class background could feel comfortable and part of something. I also loved the university's layout. It's tremendously large, with a charming little interior garden and various communal spaces. At times, it felt almost too big, but over the years, I turned finding its many hidden corners into a personal game. And let's not forget the labs—incredibly huge and spacious, yet still cozy. I remember late winter afternoons, running a routine reaction while staring out the massive windows. In those moments, everything felt tranquil and perfectly in place. However, that was just the beginning. The real reason the undergraduate Chemistry program at London Met is so great is the academic staff. Their dedication, the time they invest, and the lengths to which they will go to help you are absolutely unparalleled. You aren't just a number or another face; you are someone they look after. They share every opportunity with you—bursaries, placements, training, and so on—constantly pushing you in the right direction and enabling you to collect achievements throughout the short journey of your BSc. It isn't always easy; there will be moments of stress, anxiety, and insecurity, but remember that everyone is there to help you succeed.

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Creative Writing and English Literature - BA (Hons)
calculator icon 112-114 ucas points clock icon 4 years part time
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Year 1
  • Poetic Form and Genre
  • Romantics to Victorians
  • Theatre and Performance: History and Craft
  • Writer's World
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  • Poetic Form and Genre
  • Romantics to Victorians
  • Theatre and Performance: History and Craft
  • Writer's World
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University of Winchester

2 creative-writing courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 42nd
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it is a very green campus with lovely up to date libraries and accommodation. it is close to town and the train station makes it easy to go southampton for a night out. unfortunately not a great nightlife, SU is good but queue for hours to get in, and no clubs in the town.

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University of West London

2 creative-writing courses LONDON
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What makes my uni a great place to study is their student support. They try to help their students in any way possible to ensure that students get the best out of their education. I think it would be better if the university put more effort into societies and clubs such as sporting clubs and teams . It would help the university to have more of a community and really showcase other talents other than what students already study on their courses. My university do have societies and some sporting teams, however some of the societies don’t run anymore and it’s not made to be as big as it was when I first heard about it before I joined uni. I think it’s important to have that feel of community and university culture and to also show the inclusiveness of different cultures, groups and activities in which people associate them selves with.

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English and Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
calculator icon 104 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Level 4
  • English Literature I: Histories, Forms and Genres
  • English Literature II: Critical Approaches
  • Foundations of Creative Writing
  • Foundations of Creative Writing II
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Level 3
  • Academic Performance
  • Contextual Studies in Media and Design
  • Creative Research in Media and Design
  • Creative Sectors in Media and Design
  • Major Project (Foundation Year)
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University of Gloucestershire

2 creative-writing courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 45th
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WUSCA ranking: 85th
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I attend UOG Francis Close Hall campus and it's so incredibly inspiring. It's a great oldy-worldy historical site and it was really the deal-breaker for me choosing UOG; although my course mates and I were severely let down when we were told we would have to move to Oxstalls campus in Gloucester... we managed to get the union involved but only managed to get it pushed back a year for us, all new students in September for social science will be in Oxstalls and won't get to experience the beauty of FCH. Such a shame. Despite this, the facilities are amazing, staff are equipped with great knowledge and are all incredibly friendly. All students are friendly and light-minded, it's a great environment to study in and socialise. I commute so I cannot speak on the social side of student accommodation and/or going out, but as a commuter it meets all my needs! I really recommend studying here, the lecturers know what they're talking about, and are amazing at illustrating theories and concepts in ways that make sense.

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University of Sussex

3 creative-writing courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 39th
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The best part of my university experience has been the learning environment and independence. I’ve had access to good facilities, knowledgeable tutors, and projects that push me to think critically and work in a more professional way, especially through practical and design-based assignments. University has also helped me develop discipline, self-management, and confidence in my own ideas. Being surrounded by people from different backgrounds has broadened how I think, both academically and personally.

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University of Portsmouth

6 creative-writing courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 25th
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WUSCA ranking: 84th
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i love the facilities at this uni, the library and the teaching is great. there are many places for all types of students ,quiet or not, to go and the nightlife in the city is prety decent. it is quite affordable compared to other universitys close by. the societies are fantastic aswell. the university could improve on certain teaching aspects in the first year to ease us into how very independant it all is

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Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
calculator icon 112-120 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Year 1
  • Professional Writing
  • Social Media and Culture
  • Telling Tales
  • Tips, Tricks, Techniques
  • True Stories
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Arts University Bournemouth

4 creative-writing courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 40th
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WUSCA ranking: 27th
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As a final year student, reflecting I can confidently say this course has been a great place to study and grow both professionally and personally. I love the course and I have made some of my closest friends here in Bournemouth, which has created a supportive and collaborative environment throughout my time studying. The teaching staff are highly knowledgeable and have had so much experience in the industry to share, they are approachable and genuinely invested in our toolkit. One of the strongest aspects of the course is the opportunity to collaborate with the Bournemouth Film School. This has been an invaluable experience, allowing me to work on graduate films, understand professional screen practice, and begin building industry connections before graduating. Overall, this course has been an extremely positive and formative experience, and I would highly recommend it to any student looking to develop their craft! Go for it!

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Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Fundamentals 1: Prose Fiction and Script
  • Fundamentals 2: Poetry and Creative Non-Fiction
  • The Writing Life: A Writer's Toolkit
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