Become a creative and critical writer, learning from award-winning staff on a course with 100% student satisfaction. Follow your interests in story, literature and creativity – immersing yourself in great literary works while developing your own creative writing skills.
The mixture of English Literature and Creative Writing will help you become both a critical and creative writer.
A £1,000 subject award bursary is available for this course for 2023 entry UK UCAS applicants.
You’ll develop skills in different writing strands – including prose, poetry and drama – both from a creative and critical perspective. As you progress you can explore specialisms like transgressive writing, crime fiction, sci-fi and American literature.
We’re a close-knit community and our students benefit from a high level of support. The course includes a mix of lectures, seminars and one-to-one tutorials – all taught by professional authors and critics. In lectures, you’ll learn the fundamentals of good writing by studying the greats, both classic and contemporary. In workshops, you’ll develop your own stories, plays, novels and poems. Regular writing workshops mean you can share your work with peers and get their feedback.
96 tariff points (calculate your points at UCAS.com)
CCC at A levels, BTEC MMM or use a combination of your qualifications to achieve the required tariff total.
This course is available with an integrated foundation year to help you prepare. A degree with an integrated foundation year starts your studies with a year spent learning the skills required to progress onto a full honours degree. You will develop valuable study skills, communication, team work and problem-solving techniques which help to build your confidence and prepare you for the rest of your course.
Typical offers
48 UCAS tariff points, DD at A levels, PPP at BTEC or a Pass in your T Level.
GCSEs
Grade C/4 in English Language/Literature and Mathematics, or equivalent (e.g. Level 2 Functional Skills).
We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants, although some entry requirements may still apply for Professionally Accredited Courses. We accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas and make offers on an individual basis.
Please read the entry requirements for your country – and you’re welcome to contact our admissions team if you have questions.
English Language or Literature and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required.
| Start date | Location | UCAS code |
Fee (UK) per year |
Fee (international) per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2023 | Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham | QW39 | £9,250 | £15,450 |
| Sep 2024 | Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham | QW39 | TBC | TBC |
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Graduates from this course can go on to work as:
You’ll have opportunities to work with the Cheltenham Literature Festival and the Everyman Theatre. You can also join the Creative Writing society, take part in literature-themed social events and showcase your work at friendly and vibrant open mic nights.
In your final year, you’ll also learn about the publishing industry and how to submit your work to professional magazines and markets. As one of our writers, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with professionals from the Everyman Theatre, and see your work performed by actors in a staged reading.
You’ll learn from published authors and critics, including Dr Paul Innes who wrote Shakespeare’s Roman Plays, Professor John Hughes who wrote Invisible Now: Bob Dylan in the 1960s.
Cheltenham is home to The Times & The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival. You can get involved in a number of activities around the event – from interviewing contributors and reviewing events to volunteering and blogging.
On our dramatic writing modules, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with Cheltenham’s renowned Everyman Theatre. You’ll develop your play at the theatre with the artistic director, a playwright, and resident actors – leading to a staged reading open to your peers, tutors, and the public.
Work with experienced practitioners, engage with active researchers and be inspired by published authors to become well-rounded and innovative individuals.
Our english courses are ranked in the top 20 in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2023.
Our english courses are ranked 11th in the UK for student satisfaction by the Complete University Guide 2023.
Our english courses are ranked in the top 20 for student satisfaction and teaching satisfaction by the Guardian University Guide 2023.
Our english courses are ranked in the top 20 for teaching quality by The Times Good University Guide 2023.
Our creative writing courses are ranked 11th in the UK for student satisfaction by the Complete University Guide 2023.
Our creative writing courses are ranked 7th in the UK for career prospects by the Guardian University Guide 2023.
Cheltenham is home to The Times & The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival. You can get involved in a number of activities during the festival – from interviewing contributors and reviewing events to volunteering and blogging.
You’ll be able to get published in our annual paperback anthology, the New Writing Series. Internships are also available for career preparation.
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