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University of Plymouth

4 writing courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 50th
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As an international Environmental Management student, my time at Plymouth has been defined by two things: academic freedom and incredible support. When I faced significant personal loss and financial struggles that impacted my attendance, the faculty didn't write me off they gave me the flexibility to recover and succeed. The course itself is far more than just exams. I was able to lead complex, consultancy-style projects (like my work on Singapore Heat Stress policies) that felt like real professional work, not just coursework. The resources in the Marine Building and library are top-tier for anyone willing to push themselves. Plymouth offers a rare balance: it challenges you intellectually to reach distinction levels, but supports you personally when life gets hard. Highly recommended for students who want resilience alongside their degree.

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English and Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
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Modules
Year 1
  • Critical Theory (ENG4006)
  • Gods, Monsters, and Heroes: Myths and Legends in Literature (ENG4001)
  • Rewritings: Contemporary Literature and its Histories (ENG4007)
  • Stage 1 Placement Year Preparation (SSC400)
  • The Craft of Writing I: Prose Fiction and Non-Fiction (ENG4003)
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Modules
Year 1
  • Critical Theory (ENG4006)
  • Gods, Monsters, and Heroes: Myths and Legends in Literature (ENG4001)
  • Rewritings: Contemporary Literature and its Histories (ENG4007)
  • Stage 1 Placement Year Preparation (SSC400)
  • The Craft of Writing I: Prose Fiction and Non-Fiction (ENG4003)
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