BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing

English literary works have always reflected the rich culture of the period in which they were written. With this course you’ll have a chance to appreciate why. Our English degree helps you to become a fine-tuned critic of poetry, prose and drama - and a well-developed writer in your own right.

Key facts

• Texts from British, European and American writing are covered
• Vibrant discussions - share your passion for literature with like-minded students
• Independent learning - focus on a literary style or time period of your choice for your final year dissertation

Typical course content:

• critical theory
• introduction to drama and film
• introduction to narrative
• introduction to poetry
• adapting Shakespeare
• postwar British writing
• romantic writing
• Victorian writing
• world literature
• modernism and culture
• postmodern writing
• postcolonial writing
• gender, sexuality and writing
• dissertation: personal research

If your love of English is directed more towards writing than reading this is the route for you. You’ll learn how to write creatively for both adults and children in poetry and prose and for radio and screen.

English

Modules

Level 4/ year 1

• Introduction to Poetry (20 credits)
• Introduction to Narrative (20)
• Introduction to Drama and Film (20)
• Critical Theory (20)

Level 5/ year 2

• Adapting Shakespeare (20)
• Romantic Writing (20)
• Victorian Writing (20)
• Post War British Writing (20)
• World Literature 1 (writings in English) (20)
• World Literature 2 (writings in translation) (20)

Level 6

• Gender, Sexuality and Writing (20)
• Modernism and Culture (20)
• Postcolonial Writing (20)
• Postmodern Writing (20)
• Dissertation (40)

Creative Writing

Modules

Level 4

• Creative Writing (20 credits)
• Writing for Children (20 credits)
• Skills Portfolio (20 credits)

Level 5

• Creative Writing (20 credits)
• Writing for Children (20 credits)
• Independent Project (20 credits)

Level 6

• Writing for Children (Extended Practice) (20 Credits)
• Extended Project (40 credits)

Assessment

There are a range of assessment methods used on this course including: coursework assignments, unseen examinations, portfolios, class presentations and literary searches/ reports and a dissertation.

Course duration

Full-time

Three years

Part-time

Six years

Fees

Full time 2013/14 £6435

Entry requirements and applying

The academic requirements for this course are 240 UCAS tariff points at GCE A Level or equivalent. Appropriate AS-Level and Level 3 Key Skills qualifications will also be taken into account. It is preferable that you have studied A level English.