Creative Writing and History

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

A-Level Entry

BBB - CCC

UCAS Points

96 - 120 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£20,500

About this course

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.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBB - CCC
    UCAS Tariff Points 96 - 120 points

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
    2471 Librarians
    2115 Social and humanities scientists

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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
    Chichester
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    History, English literature and creative writing
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £20,500

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    University of Chichester

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