BA (Hons) English Literature with Creative Writing at Lancaster University

Programme overview

On this course you will immerse yourself in the creative acts of reading and writing. You will explore literary works from ancient myth to the contemporary graphic novel and you’ll read widely, closely, and deeply, experiencing literature in a host of new and engaging ways. In turn you will develop your own voice in writing: from the sonnet to the novel, and from theatre to flash-fiction, you will hone your craft with extensive professional support from our many celebrated novelists, poets, and playwrights.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences | Department: School of Arts | Duration: Full time 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Literature in Time, Introduction to Creative Writing. Year 2 core modules: Critical Theory, Developing Your Writing Practice, Critical Practice. Year 3 core modules: Advanced Creative Writing Workshop.

Career pathways

This course offers a way into many professions by ensuring you develop such important work-place skills as researching, drafting, editing, listening, persuading and presenting. Your degree in English Literature with Creative Writing opens a world of opportunities where critical and creative thinking are highly valued.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABB. Access to HE Diploma: 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 15 Level 3 credits at Merit. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM. BTEC in combination with A levels: A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade BB plus BTEC at D. International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects. T levels: Distinction overall. GCSE requirements: English Language grade 4/C. English language requirements: If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

International applicants: GBP 26,300 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

Duration: Full time 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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