BA (Hons) Literature and Creative Writing at University of the Highlands and Islands

Programme overview

The BA (Hons) Literature and Creative Writing combines the study of literature in a global context with grounding in poetry, prose, playwriting and screenwriting. It blends research, residentials and creative projects, and is delivered on campus and online.

Duration: Full time: 4 years; Part time: 8 years | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules include Introduction to creative writing skills, Reading as a writer, Theories of literature and Travellers in the wilderness. Year 2 offers literature options (heroic, medieval, tragedy) and creative writing options such as Introduction to publishing and Writing for film. Years 3 and 4 continue with advanced literature and creative writing modules.

Career pathways

Creative writing, publishing, gaming, theatre, museums and archives, the heritage sector, marketing, advertising, media and teaching. Progression to MLitt Highlands and Islands Literature or MRes Eco-literature.

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Application information

Entry requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grade BBC or above, or 2 A levels at grade BC or above, including English at grade C or above plus one subject from the list of relevant subjects (Higher ESOL is not accepted in place of Higher English). Applicants with other qualifications or experience are considered individually. A portfolio of up to 3,000 words containing three examples of creative writing, preferably in three styles or genres, is required. SWAP access courses are accepted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Scottish-domiciled students with a term-time address in Scotland, full-time (120 credits) per year. Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full time: 4 years; Part time: 8 years

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