BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing

This exciting course will help you develop your skills in both traditional and contemporary forms of creative writing, including fiction, poetry, and drama. You'll explore the craft of writing through a range of modules, including creative writing workshops, literature surveys, and critical theory. As well as honing your technical skills, you'll also learn how to develop and refine your own unique voice and style. With expert tuition from experienced writers and academics, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to pursue a successful career in creative writing.

Additional Information

This course is suitable for students who want to develop their skills in creative writing, whether they are complete beginners or already have some experience. You'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated writing spaces and cutting-edge technology. Our graduates have gone on to successful careers in publishing, journalism, and teaching, as well as continuing to develop their own writing projects.

Unlock Your Creative Potential at Cardiff Metropolitan University

Choosing Cardiff Metropolitan University for your creative writing degree offers you a unique blend of academic rigour and practical experience. Our faculty is made up of experienced writers and academics who are passionate about teaching and mentoring students. You'll have the opportunity to work with experienced professionals in the field, as well as networking with other students and industry experts. Plus, our location in Cardiff provides easy access to the vibrant cultural scene and opportunities for collaboration and inspiration.

Graduates from the BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing degree will be well placed to join literary, media and publishing companies; work in the arts and cultural sectors; and become freelance writers. During the course, you will have the opportunity to explore the varied role of the freelance writer from publication and commission through to working in distinct community settings (such as in therapeutic and educational contexts).

Our degree has a strong contemporary focus and provides highly valued employability skills. These skills form the foundation for careers in:

Writing (fiction, nonfiction, poetry or script)

Publishing

Editing

Media production

Teaching

Lecturing

Advertising

PR

Copywriting

Video game production

Web content generation

Law

Therapeutic writing

Cardiff has one of the largest media and creative-industry sectors outside London, including BBC Wales, ITV Wales, S4C, BBC Radio Wales and Media Wales (walesonline.co.uk, the Western Mail and Echo). You will be well situated to draw upon a range of opportunities to combine theory with 'applied practice' and be supported and encouraged to develop a portfolio of highly valued skills and practices, putting you in a strong position when it comes to moving towards a career.

Minimum three A levels to include Grades CCC. No specific subjects are required. Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate is considered a third subject.

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.