Course summary
Our English Literature with Creative Writing degree hones your skills in literary analysis while helping you to develop your own creative voice. This English Literature with Creative Writing BA allows you to combine the two disciplines on a major/minor basis. In English Literature classes we cover fiction, poetry, drama and film with an emphasis on the period since 1800. In Creative Writing modules you'll be given the chance to produce your own work in these same genres. Over your time with us you'll be able to develop and explore your own areas of interest. You will also have the opportunity to undertake a work placement or dissertation. Popular career options for graduates of this course include professional writing, research, teaching, journalism, publishing and arts administration. What you should know about this course
- Gain a solid grounding in literary history and explore specialist areas such as American fiction, Shakespeare, literary theory, transnational literature and the gothic
- Enhance your appreciation of literature through the experience of writing in different genres (the novel, the short story, poetry and drama)
- Consider literature in relation to social and historical context, advances in technology and changes in the cultural marketplace
- Develop your own voice as a writer, working with specialist guidance from published authors and successful practitioners
- Gain advanced transferable skills centring on comprehension, creativity, analysis and communication that will enhance your value in a wide range of graduate occupations
Modules
All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
Assessment method
Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. You can view how each module is assessed within our 'What you will study' section. Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.
English language requirements
For more information about our English Language Requirements, please click on the following link.
https://www.gre.ac.uk/international/help-and-support/courses
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17000 | Year 1 |
| International | £17000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please follow this link for more information: https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance/fees
Provider information
University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LS