Creative Writing

University of Plymouth
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years English literature and creative writing

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

104 - 112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£23,000

About this course

Writing is an age-old craft – and an essential skill in the 21st century. At Plymouth you will work with poets, novelists, journalists and digital writers to hone your ability as a writer, reader and editor, with a view to making your way in the many fields that now rely on these skills. Our accessible team of published authors has years of professional experience and are adept at nurturing talent, unlocking creativity and enabling future success.

* Work with and learn from published and award-winning writers and journalists.

* Spend time in our nurturing, small-group workshops with staff, honing your craft.

* Learn and grow as a writer through trying out multiple forms and genres.

* Encounter digital writing and new ways of expressing yourself.

* Gain work-ready skills used in industries such as journalism, writing content, publishing, editing, marketing and more.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades See entry requirements
UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 112 points
BTEC DMM

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Plymouth

Avg. Salary: £23,000

Sandwich

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Plymouth

Avg. Salary: £23,000

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3412 Authors, writers and translators
4135 Library clerks and assistants
2471 Librarians
2492 Newspaper and periodical broadcast journalists and reporters
2491 Newspaper, periodical and broadcast editors

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Plymouth
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
English literature and creative writing
Avg. Graduate Salary
£23,000