BA (Hons) Creative Writing at University of Lincoln

Programme overview

BA (Hons) Creative Writing at the University of Lincoln is ranked 1st in The Guardian Complete University Guide 2026. This course is designed to turn your ideas into publishable work and your passion for writing into a real career path.

Faculty: English and Creative Writing | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is designed to help you become a skilled, adaptable writer with real career options. Core modules include Exploring 1: The Creative Arts, Introduction to Scriptwriting, Introduction to Writing Formats, Writing Narrative, Writing Poetry, Writing Portfolio.

Career pathways

A Creative Writing degree opens more doors than many students expect, especially when combined with a strong portfolio and transferable skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. A Level: BBC BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 112 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits. International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall. GCSE's: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English . Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 16,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/undergraduatestudy/howtoapply/

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