Creative Writing BA (Hons)
Falmouth University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-25

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Experiment with all forms of writing to develop your writing voice. Do you dream of writing for page, stage or screen? You’ll be encouraged to experiment with all written forms and genres, exploring non-fiction, fiction, poetry, children’s literature and writing for digital games. By analysing the most vital contemporary writing within the context of a rich literary, historical and theoretical past, you’ll develop your authentic voice and can specialise to maximise your creative potential. ...Read more

Experiment with all forms of writing to develop your writing voice. Do you dream of writing for page, stage or screen? You’ll be encouraged to experiment with all written forms and genres, exploring non-fiction, fiction, poetry, children’s literature and writing for digital games. By analysing the most vital contemporary writing within the context of a rich literary, historical and theoretical past, you’ll develop your authentic voice and can specialise to maximise your creative potential. You’ll learn to draft, edit and pitch your work, graduating with a powerful portfolio and a wealth of industry contacts.You will:Produce illustrated anthologies, organise mini-festivals or work with a business as part of a collaborative projectAttend our guest lecture series, where you’ll have the chance to build contacts within all facets of the literary worldHave the opportunity to attend and participate in literary events such as Falmouth Book Festival and the North Cornwall Book FestivalTake inspiration from The Lighthouse – the glorious workspace at the heart of our community – which hosts everything from skills and craft workshops to board game sessions, literary quizzes and poetry readingsUse the stunning natural surroundings as inspiration for the writing processContribute to a vibrant, thriving writing community through FalWriting, our student-led online magazine, or by reading your work at our literary evenings

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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71/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
48th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
64th
Creative Writing
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
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75%
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Creative Writing graduate salary at this uni
£16,000
UK Creative Writing graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Julia
21 Dec 24

It's a beautiful university, and they try to make the atmosphere good but in general there just isn't enough to do, not enough events and there aren't many opportunities for..Read more

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Holly
16 Dec 24

Very relaxed and comfortable place of study in a beautiful location central to the town. For someone who was looking for a quieter place to study, this campus is perfect. Tutors..Read more

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A level:

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Scottish Higher:

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Scottish Advanced Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

104 - 120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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AS:

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Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

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Extended Project:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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T Level:

P - M Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

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We welcome A Levels in a wide range of subjects, especially in those relevant to the course for which you apply.

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points, primarily from Level 3 equivalent qualifications, such as A levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma, or current, relevant experience. Grade 4 (or C) or above in GCSE English Language, or equivalent, is a minimum language requirement for all applicants. Due to the creative nature of our courses, you will be considered on your own individual merit and potential to succeed on your chosen course. Please contact the Applicant Services team for advice if you are predicted UCAS points below this range, or if you have questions about the qualifications or experience you have.

60 credits (with a minimum of 45 credits achieved at level 3) in a relevant subject.

We may consider a standalone AS in a relevant subject, if it is taken along with other A Levels and if an A Level has not been taken in the same subject. However, you will not be disadvantaged if you do not have a standalone AS subject as we will not ordinarily use them in our offers.

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications

P (Pass) grade must be C or above, not D or E

a minimum of 40 UCAS tariff points, when combined with a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points from the Supporting Qualifications

Popular A-level subjects

Creative Writing

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

English Literature
46%
English Language
30%
History
20%
English Language & Literature
18%
Sociology
18%
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Latest reviews

Latest Creative Writing reviews

Creative Writing
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J
Julia
21 Dec 24
English & Creative Writing BA (Hons)
It's a beautiful university, and they try to make the atmosphere good but in general there just isn't enough to do, not enough events and there aren't many opportunities for...
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H
Holly
16 Dec 24
Creative Writing BA (Hons)
Very relaxed and comfortable place of study in a beautiful location central to the town. For someone who was looking for a quieter place to study, this campus is perfect. Tutors...
Read more
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Falmouth University
Falmouth University , Falmouth

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Falmouth Campus Woodlane Falmouth Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly TR11 4RH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Falmouth Town  0.4 miles away

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