Studying creative writing at university
Example course modules
- Thinking about literature
- Writing the short story
- Screenwriting
- Writing comedy
- Writing modern drama
- Literary aesthetics
- Writing for the media
- Poetry for page and stage
- Short stories
- Travel writing
Teaching hours / week
Average for this subject
Average for all subjects
Average hours for this subject: 9 (Low N/A - High N/A). Average hours for all subjects: 14.
The time you'll spend in lectures and seminars each week will vary from university to university, so use this as a guide.
Who studies this subject
What students say about creative writing
What you need to get on a course
Subjects you need
A-levels (or equivalent) usually required
- No Specific Requirements
Useful to have
- English
Application checklist
Here's a guide to what to expect from the application process - also check individual university entry requirements, as these may differ.
- January application
- October application
- Personal statement
- Portfolio
- Interview
- Entry test
- Work experience
- Audition
Personal statement advice
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Personal statement tips and advice
Career prospects
Six months after graduating
- Sales assistants and retail cashiers
Longer term career paths
Jobs where this degree is useful
- Journalist
- Playwright
- Public relations officer
Other real-life job examples
- Stage director
- Press officer
- Web content manager
What employers like about this subject
Creative writing students can learn a range of subject-specific skills including a grounding in the technique and forms of creative writing; how to develop ideas in writing and the principles of writing for different audiences from theatre to online. Transferable skills you can develop include first-rate communication skills, project management, team-working, self-motivation and time management. Creative writing graduates find jobs in publishing, education, advertising, TV and film and the performing arts.
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