This course will allow you to develop and practice your skills as a humanities scholar to prepare you for the degree in Creative Writing and English. It gives you the chance to gain confidence in your analysis and writing and combines opportunities to progress key critical and creative writing skills. It will support you to become an inclusive, creative, humanities student. In addition, you will gain an overview of inter-disciplinary areas such as History, Philosophy and Politics and International Relations. As you find your creative voice and style, you’ll expand upon your ability to critically engage with a broad range of literature and critical theory from the Renaissance through to the present day.You’ll learn from our team of practising and published poets, short story writers, novelists, dramatists and screenwriters, all of whom have extensive experience of the industry.You’ll also work with experienced English Literature academics who use the latest research and pedagogical techniques in their teaching to ensure you have access to the latest creative developments and critical debates in fiction, poetry and dramatic work. On this course you will:Study the craft of writing in many genres, including short fiction, poetry, novels, screenplays, digital writing and creative non-fiction.Gain a critical insight into literature from a variety of contexts and time periods.Learn from our expert team of published writers and leading academics.Engage with contemporary issues in your writing such as climate change, race and sexuality.Build your degree around your interests.Meet and talk with agents and editors at our annual publishing panel.