BA (Hons) English: Creative and Professional Writing at University of Sunderland

Programme overview

Are you passionate about storytelling and want to build a career doing what you love? The BA (Hons) English: Creative and Professional Writing degree is for you. We'll help you find your unique voice, grow your writing skills, and prepare for an exciting future.

Department: English | Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course will help you thrive as a modern writer. It blends the best of a traditional English degree with links to the creative industries. You'll explore fiction, non-fiction, poetry, scriptwriting, and storytelling. Teaching is delivered by published authors and academic experts.

Career pathways

As a reader and writer, you’ll explore literary themes such as gender, identity, post-colonialism, and eco-criticism. There's a strong focus on practical creative writing and employability through each stage. You'll develop career-ready skills including: Effective writing; Editing and proofreading; Building your brand; Storytelling through social media; Pitching work to publishers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 96-112 UCAS Tariff points from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications. These may include A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. We also consider those coming from a non-traditional entry route. In this case, we ask for a sample of your creative or professional writing from previous experience. We accept a maximum of 6 points from Level 3 Key Skills qualifications. You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above. This must include maths and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE that has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/undergraduate/ba-hons-english-creative-professional-writing#apply

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