BA (Hons) Creative Writing

This innovative and practical course will help you develop your creative writing skills, focusing on fiction, poetry, and drama. You'll learn how to generate ideas, structure your work, and refine your style. Our expert tutors will provide guidance on how to publish and perform your work, giving you the best chance of success in the industry. By the end of the course, you'll have a portfolio of original work that showcases your talent and creativity.

Additional Information

Our course is designed for those who want to pursue a career in writing or develop their skills for personal fulfillment. You'll benefit from our small class sizes, which allow for tailored feedback and support. We also offer opportunities for collaboration with other students, giving you the chance to network and build relationships within the writing community.

Unlock Your Creative Potential at Birkbeck University of London

Birkbeck University of London is a world-class institution that offers a unique blend of academic rigour and creative freedom. Our campus is located in the heart of London, providing access to a vibrant cultural scene that will inspire your writing. Our tutors are experienced professionals who are passionate about teaching and dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.

The BA Creative Writing is an exciting program of study that gives you the opportunity to explore a range of disciplines, from fiction to poetry, scriptwriting to creative non-fiction.

You will be taught by some of the UK’s leading writers, including playwright David Eldridge (Beginning), screenwriter Daragh Carville (The Bay), and writer and critic Katherine Angel (Tomorrow Sex Will Be Good Again). Under the guidance of these and other practicing award-winning writers, you will:

build an understanding of the craft of writing

hone your authorial technique

learn the vital skills of reading as a writer.

Through practical projects and engagement with visiting professionals, you will broaden your understanding of the many aspects of the writing industry. You will also complete an extended creative project in a specific genre in your final year.

Graduates can pursue career paths in creative writing, journalism, education, or media production. Possible professions include:

author

journalist

higher education lecturer

screenwriter.

Birkbeck creative writing graduates include:

Niki Aguirre

Sarah Alexander

Laura Allsop

Iphgenia Baal

Phoebe Blatton

Nicole Burstein

Tray Butler

Melissa De Villiers

Liz Fremantle

A. J. Grainger

Julia Gray

Emma Henderson

Sally Hinchcliffe

Anna Hope

Heidi James

Olya Knezevic

Nik Korpon

Matthew Loukes

Nii Parkes

Helen Pike

Nadim Safdar

Karin Salvalaggio

David Savill.

We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education, and future ambitions.

UCAS TARIFF POINTS

96-128 points (e.g. A-levels CCC-ABB)

The UCAS tariff score is applicable to you if you have recently studied a qualification that has a UCAS tariff equivalence. UCAS provides a tariff calculator for you to work out what your qualification is worth within the UCAS tariff.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.