BA (Hons) Creative Writing and Drama

This innovative course combines the study of creative writing with practical drama skills, giving you a unique blend of theoretical and practical knowledge. You'll learn how to develop your own creative voice through a range of writing styles and genres, while also exploring the craft of acting and directing. With a focus on collaboration and performance, you'll have opportunities to work with other students and professional actors in our state-of-the-art facilities. By the end of the course, you'll be well-equipped to pursue a career in the creative industries or further academic study.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for those who are passionate about both writing and performance. You'll have the opportunity to attend masterclasses and workshops led by industry professionals, as well as take part in theatre trips and events. Our graduates have gone on to successful careers in writing, acting, and directing, and we're committed to providing you with the support and resources you need to achieve your goals.

Unlock Your Creative Potential at Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University is renowned for its expertise in creative industries, and our department of Creative Writing and Drama is no exception. Our staff are experienced practitioners and researchers in their fields, and we offer a supportive and stimulating learning environment. By studying with us, you'll have access to top-quality facilities, resources, and networking opportunities. Plus, Bath is a beautiful and vibrant city that offers a rich cultural scene and plenty of opportunities for creative inspiration.

Contemporary creative writing is diverse. It’s digital and on the page; social and singular. Our comprehensive program includes prose fiction, YA, flash fiction, poetry, scriptwriting for live performance and screen, life writing, and memoir.

In fact, whatever you want to write, you’ll find an opportunity to explore it with us. We have modules on graphic novels and comics alongside modules in live literature, creative enterprise, and professional practice to support your career development. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate on creative projects with other students both within and outside Creative Writing.

You’ll be able to work on magazines, local literary festivals, and podcasts while collaborating with fellow students through our creative writing, publishing, and journalism student-run societies.

• Indian students with 65% marks at Grade XII / Pakistani students with 70% marks at Grade XII

• A Level – Grades BCC

• Accredited Prior Learning equivalent to Year 1 and Year 2.

• Other equivalent qualifications from EduQual/BTEC with Merit.

• Copy of latest school credentials

• Passport copy

• Emirates ID (if any)

• Visa Page Copy

• Passport Size ID photo

Successful completion of one of the following:

• A recognized post-secondary course.

• University preparation (foundation) studies.

• One year of study at a recognized tertiary or higher education institution.

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students