Overview

Do you see yourself as the next JK Rowling? Have you always dreamed about writing your own novel or publishing your own work?

On this BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing degree course, you’ll fuel your writing with inspiration drawn from the study of great literature. You’ll develop your voice and hone your craft under the guidance of published authors, poets and playwrights.

This course provides you with the skills and market awareness to succeed in disciplines such as writing, editing, publishing and teaching.

What you'll experience

On this English and Creative Writing degree course you’ll:

• Develop your ability to write as a critic and creator, and become an expert in the history of literature, its modern trends and how the written word is evolving
• Learn techniques for producing short stories, poetry and plays and learn to dissect, critique and perform your writing
• Tailor your studies, choosing module options that match your interests and career ambitions
• Publish your work in our annual anthology and course blog
• Learn from visiting professional novelists, poets and playwrights, such as Andy McNab, Francesca Beard and Suzi Feay

Careers and opportunities

When you complete this course, you'll have the necessary knowledge, skills and market awareness to enter a variety of creative careers. You could also go on to postgraduate study or research.

What can you do with an English and Creative Writing degree?

Previous graduates have gone on to work in areas such as:

• creative writing (prose, poetry, script)
• copywriting
• publishing
• advertising and marketing
• arts and events management
• local and community broadcasting
• teaching

What jobs can you do with an English and Creative Writing degree?

Roles our graduates have taken on include:

• editor
• publishing assistant
• copywriter
• information abstractor
• narrator
• projects administrator

You'll get help and support from our Careers and Employability service in finding your first role and for 5 years after you graduate.