Get the best out of your creative and critical writing with award-winning writers and exciting guest workshops. This flexible degree allows you to create your own blend of English Language, Literature and Creative Writing to explore the world around you and find your creative voice.
Our English & Creative Writing courses are ranked in the top 20 in the UK overall by the Guardian University Guide 2022, and our Creative Writing courses are ranked 6th in the UK for teaching quality by The Times Good University Guide 2022.
Follow your interests by focusing on writing prose, plays, or poetry and publishing your work in our student anthology. The English Language side of the degree explores how language shapes identities and societies and is designed to provide specific tools for your own writing, giving you the power to re-shape self and society. You can also take English Literature modules to gain a deep understanding of a range of genres such as crime fiction, travel writing, postcolonial writing, and modern drama.
The course is assessed entirely by coursework and taught in interactive seminars, lectures and writing workshops – taught in small groups by published academics and professional authors. In lectures and seminars you’ll gain a detailed understanding of linguistic and literary techniques behind great writing. In workshops you’ll work with staff and other students to develop your own stories, plays, novels and poems.
As one of our writers, you’ll also have the opportunity to work closely with professionals from the Everyman Theatre, and see your work performed by actors in a staged reading. We’re a close-knit community and our students benefit from a high level of support, with one-to-one tutorials always available. Professors Arran Stibbe and Nigel McLoughlin have both received the top National Teaching Fellowship award for teaching excellence.
96 – 112 UCAS tariff points, CCC – BBC at A levels, MMM – DMM at BTEC or a Merit in your T-Level.
If you are using a combination of qualifications to achieve the required UCAS tariff points, they must either include at least 2 A levels, a BTEC or an equivalent qualification.
If you are unsure whether we could make you an offer or you have any questions, just get in touch with our admissions team who will be able to advise you.
English Language or Literature and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required.
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.
Here's an example of the types of modules you'll study (it's unlikely but the contents and structure of the course could change).
Module information is not available for this programme.
| Start date | Location | UCAS code |
Fee (UK) per year |
Fee (international) per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2022 | Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham | W810 | £9,250 | £15,000 |
| Sep 2023 | Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham | W810 | TBC | TBC |
| Sep 2024 | Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham | W810 | TBC | TBC |
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Graduates from this course can go on to work as:
Cheltenham is home to The Times & The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival. You can get involved in a number of activities around the event. Students have performed their work, interviewed contributors, reviewed events and been volunteers. There’s also the renowned Poetry Festival which offers internships to students to help organise the festival and perform their poetry.
In your final year, you can learn about the publishing industry and how to submit your work to professional magazines and markets. Uniquely, this course includes optional practical communication modules where you can gain leadership skills in inspirational speaking, persuasive writing, active listening, visual design and ethical argumentation. These skills will provide a foundation for life and employment.
Cheltenham is a centre of creativity and home to around 50 festivals a year. These include the world-renowned Cheltenham Literature Festival and Poetry Festival – where you’ll have opportunities to perform your work.
Hone your speaking and writing skills through taking part in a wide range of practical workshops such as storytelling, voice training, presentation skills, comedy improvisation, nature poetry writing or parachute teamwork games.
You’ll learn award-winning authors and academics including Professor Arran Stibbe whose work explores how language shapes identities and society – as well as prize-winning poet Nigel McLoughlin, author of Postfeminism(s) and the Arrival of the Fourth Wave Dr Nicola Rivers, and Professor John Hughes, author of Invisible Now: Bob Dylan in the 1960s.
Work with experienced practitioners, engage with active researchers and be inspired by published authors to become well-rounded and innovative individuals.
Our English & Creative Writing courses are ranked in the top 20 in the UK overall by the Guardian University Guide 2022.
Our Creative Writing courses are ranked 6th in the UK for teaching quality by The Times Good University Guide 2022.
Our English & Creative Writing courses are ranked 3rd in the UK for feedback satisfaction by The Times Good University Guide 2022.
You’ll be able to participate in a range of trips, workshops and events, including international field trips, theatre visits to London and Stratford, open mic nights and improvisation comedy workshops.
Cheltenham has a vibrant cultural life which includes the famous Cheltenham Literature Festival, Poetry Festival, the Everyman Theatre, and the Playhouse. 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.
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