Creative Writing and History

Develop your skills as a writer and grow your ability to critically engage with historical debate

Our BA (Hons) Creative Writing and History course grows your ability as a creative writer, as you develop your knowledge of historical analysis, critical debate and research skills.

Learn from our team of practising and published poets, short story writers, novelists, dramatists and screenwriters, as you develop and find the creative writing medium that fits your voice.

In addition, you will explore your passion for history with modules that cover the Medieval period through to the 21st century: both in Britain and across the world.

You’ll work with experienced tutors and experts who use the latest research to underlie their teaching to ensure that you have access to emerging creative writing techniques and the latest debates within the study of history.

On this course you will:
- Study the craft of writing short fiction, poetry, novels, screenplays and creative non-fiction.

- Gain a critical insight into historical societies from a variety of contexts and time periods.

- Learn from our expert team of published writers and leading academics.

- Engage with contemporary issues in your writing such as climate change, race and sexuality.

- Build your degree around your interests.

- Meet and talk with agents and editors at our annual publishing panel.