Creative Writing and English Literature

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

UCAS Points

112 points

About this course

With our creative writing and English literature degree, you'll explore great literary works and be inspired to find your own creative voice.

Our degree in creative writing and English literature explores literature, drama, poetry, fiction, visual art and theatre, mostly from 1800 onwards. You will examine the works themselves and the social and historical contexts in which they were written. The creative writing aspects of the course complement this, enabling you to focus on writing fiction, poetry, performance writing, playwriting, screenwriting and journalism.

Popular career options for our creative writing and English literature graduates include professional writing, research, teaching, journalism, publishing and arts administration. You can continue your studies or move into areas such as teaching with one of our postgraduate degrees.

What you should know about this course

  • This course provides a grounding in literature from the Renaissance to the present day. Literature is interpreted broadly to include drama and visual narratives.

  • It combines English literature and creative writing in order to develop an understanding of literary texts through both study and practice.

  • You will develop your voice as a writer and a professional by broadening your creative and industry skills.

  • Produce work for the stage and screen, and gain proficiency in writing for online media.

  • The course provides a structured framework for the development of your creative work, with regular feedback from lecturers.

    • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points

    Study Options

    This course is available in 3 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 6 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: London

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: London

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: London

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    2471 Librarians
    2115 Social and humanities scientists
    2492 Newspaper and periodical broadcast journalists and reporters
    2491 Newspaper, periodical and broadcast editors

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    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
    London
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    English literature and creative writing

    Offered by

    University of Greenwich

    Greenwich

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