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Literary Studies with Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
University of Suffolk
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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University of Suffolk at East Coast College (Lowestoft)

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University of Suffolk at East Coast College (Lowestoft)

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The BA (Hons) Literary Studies with Creative Writing degree, a comprehensive program designed to cultivate both your creative talents and your analytical abilities. This course offers a dynamic exploration of the art and craft of writing across various forms, opening up a diverse array of career opportunities in the literary and communication fields. Throughout your studies, you will refine your writing skills across creative and non-fiction genres, working in different formats and contexts to ...Read more

The BA (Hons) Literary Studies with Creative Writing degree, a comprehensive program designed to cultivate both your creative talents and your analytical abilities. This course offers a dynamic exploration of the art and craft of writing across various forms, opening up a diverse array of career opportunities in the literary and communication fields. Throughout your studies, you will refine your writing skills across creative and non-fiction genres, working in different formats and contexts to develop a versatile writing portfolio.Your journey will include hands-on experiences such as writing workshops, digital and social media content creation, real-world projects, and contributions to in-house publications. You will also engage in pitching ideas, curatorial and exhibition writing, as well as composing reviews and articles, all of which will help you build a professional portfolio that showcases your unique voice and style.In addition to honing your creative writing skills, this degree offers an in-depth study of English literature, where you will explore and interpret works from various historical periods and cultural backgrounds. You'll immerse yourself in vital and influential literary works, engaging with both contemporary and classic texts across a wide range of genres. The creative writing modules are designed to complement your literary studies, providing insights into the techniques and challenges faced by the authors you study, and inspiring your own creative endeavors by grounding them in rich literary traditions.By the end of the program, you will not only have developed sophisticated reading and writing skills but also gained valuable industry experience through real-life projects, equipping you with the essential tools to pursue a successful career in writing. This programme is not open to students requiring a Student visa to study in the UK.

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16 Dec 24

Lecturers are interesting and go above and beyond to make lessons interesting. They also take care to make sure students are happy and have good mental health. Lots of fun clubs..Read more

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10 Nov 22

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112 Grades / Points required

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Applicants are also required to have GCSE English and Maths grade 4/C or above, or equivalent Level 2 qualification. Grades / Points required

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£15,090 per year

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University of Suffolk
University of Suffolk , Ipswich

The University of Suffolk is a highly regarded university which offers an innovative array of undergraduate degrees spanning...

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University of Suffolk
Lowestoft College St Peter's Street Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 2NB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Lowestoft  0.4 miles away

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