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BA (Hons) Creative Writing and Philosophy and Ethics

Bath Spa University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This innovative course combines the disciplines of creative writing and philosophy and ethics, providing students with a unique blend of skills and knowledge. Students will learn how to express complex ideas through creative writing, while also developing their critical thinking and ethical reasoning abilities. With a focus on interdisciplinary study, this course prepares students for a wide range of career paths, from writing and journalism to law and politics. By combining the practical application of creative writing with the philosophical depth of ethics and philosophy, this course offers a truly holistic education.

Additional Information

Through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and individual supervision, students will develop their skills in creative writing, philosophy, and ethics. They will also have the opportunity to engage with real-world projects and clients, such as publishing companies, charities, and NGOs. The course is taught by a team of experienced academics and industry professionals, ensuring that students receive both theoretical and practical knowledge. Students will also have access to a range of resources, including writing groups, workshops, and mentoring schemes.

Unlock Your Creative Potential at Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University is an ideal choice for this course due to its strong reputation in the creative arts and humanities. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to interdisciplinary study, Bath Spa provides students with a dynamic and supportive learning environment. The university's location in Bath also offers easy access to cultural events, festivals, and exhibitions, providing students with a wealth of opportunities to engage with the creative industries.

Why You Should Study This Course

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.

General Eligibility

  • 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.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • The Writer’s Workshop 1

  • Explorations in Prose Fiction

  • The Writer’s Workshop 2

  • Reading to Write Poetry

  • Introduction to Scriptwriting

  • Publishing and Editing for Writers

2 Year 2
  • Short Stories

  • Form and Listening in Poetry

  • Genre Fiction

  • Lifewriting

  • Sudden Prose

  • Scripting for Screen

  • Writing Graphic Novels and Comics

  • Professional Portfolio

  • Writing for Theatre

  • Performance Poetry and Spoken Word

  • Writing For Young People: Reading as Writers

  • The Independent Magazine

  • Professional Placement Year

3 Year 3
  • Extended Prose Fiction 1

  • Poetry as Synthesis 1

  • Advanced Script Project 1

  • Advanced Nonfiction Project 1

  • Planning and Writing a Novel for Young People 1

  • Creative Enterprise Project 1

  • Teaching Writing

  • Extended Prose Fiction 2

  • Poetry as Synthesis 2

  • Advanced Script Project 2

  • Advanced Nonfiction Project 2

  • Planning and Writing a Novel for Young People 2

  • Creative Enterprise Project 2

  • Teaching Practice

  • Live Literature

  • Professional Practice

  • Publishing Industry Project

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

A mandatory English Language Test by Bath Spa University UK conducted in the Bath Spa University Academic Center RAK Campus; or IELTS (Academic) test results in an overall score of 6.0, a minimum score of 5.5 for each skill/band.

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