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BA (Hons)

English Language & Creative Writing

Attendance

Campus

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Duration

3 Years

Start

September 2023

UCAS Code

Q3W0

Delivery

Campus Taught

Foundation entry

On our English Language and Creative Writing course you’ll develop the skills and techniques you need to write in a whole range of genres. You’ll also study the history, use and application of English.

On this course we’ll help you to enhance your skills as a creative writer and gain experience of writing in a wide range of different styles and genres.

You’ll develop the skills and techniques you need to create new works in everything from science fiction and fantasy to fairy tales, horror, crime, and fiction for children and young adults. Along the way you’ll produce a variety of short stories, poetry, play scripts and more.

Our modules enable you to delve beneath the surface of language to explore the connections between sound and meaning, and understand how English has developed over time.

Why study with us

Creative Writing ranks 1st in the UK with 100% overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2022)
Creative Writing at the University of Central Lancashire is ranked 2nd in the North West and top 10 nationally for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide 2022)
Our unique English Language Skills Initiative for Employability (ELSIE) programme gives you opportunities to gain vital work experience in public relations, client publications, copywriting and other areas.

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What you'll do

Hear from guest speakers and guest expert insights into success in the writing profession and other related careers.
Choose from a wide range of modules across different areas of language and linguistics.
Interested in a teaching career? We have great links with schools across the region.

Module overview

Course delivery

This course is taught face-to-face at one of our UK campuses.

100%Face-to-face

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

Join us on campus

Book a place at our Undergraduate Open Day on Saturday 17 June. Here you'll be able to explore our campus and facilities, meet academic staff & chat to students.

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Future careers

Recent English Language and Creative Writing graduates have gained success in the worlds of publishing, writing, travel and tourism, advertising, journalism and the media. Others have pursued careers in management, commerce and public service.

We’ll give you lots of advice on how to build a successful career using your English Language and creative writing skills – we regularly host panels where professional writers, editors, literary agents and publishers provide valuable insights into their careers.

Graduates from this course have pursued a range of careers in writing and related fields, such as travel writing, play and script writing. They have also progressed to careers in travel, retail and marketing.

You will also be well equipped for entry into graduate professions in local government and public services, as well as graduate entry schemes.

Are you interested in a career in teaching and education? We have links with a network of schools in the region. You could go on to gain a PGCE in primary or secondary education, or a certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).

Fees and funding

2022/23

Full-time£9250 per year

Part-time£1540 per 20 credits

International

Full-time£14250 per year

2023/24

Full-time£9,250 per year

Sandwich year£1,385 for the sandwich year

Part-time£1,540 per 20 credits

International

Full-time£14,900 per year

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

Select your country and see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.

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A key feature of our BA in English Language and Creative Writing is choice:

On the Language side, you could choose to learn about how language is structured (syntax, phonetics and phonology, morphology), how language varies according to user and context, or the teaching of language – the choice s yours. You can also specialise in areas such as the media or forensic and political discourse.

On the Creative Writing side, you’ll get to develop your writing in a wide range of genres, from short stories to radio and film scripts. We’ll encourage you to reflect on the creative process and understand the journey from having an initial idea to transforming it into a new piece of work. Our modules are aimed at enhancing your written and verbal and communication skills, learning about careers in writing, and enhancing your employability. Along the way you’ll get to hear from guest authors, literary agents, editors and publishers.

The course involves a combination of lectures, seminars and workshops. You’ll have access to a dedicated English Language Laboratory, where you can use specialised computer applications for linguistic analysis. Creative Writing classes are taught in workshops, where you’ll get to work in small groups and share ideas.

Through our unique English Language Skills Initiative for Employability (ELSIE) project you’ll have the opportunity to gain experience in work-based activities such as copywriting, PR and press releases, producing brochures for clients, and more. Recent student projects have included taster sessions in local colleges, writing articles for community groups and designing resources for schools.

Throughout the course you’ll benefit from expert support from your tutors. We’ll encourage you to continually develop yourself. You’ll get the chance to gain valuable work experience through live projects – these could entail planning a literature festival, writing competition, reading project or other creative endeavour.

Through the Worldwise Centre, based in the School, you’ll get the opportunity to gain further practical experience through five day placements and short-term internships, as well as access the latest language learning and digital technologies (including Rosetta Stone).