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Creative Writing BA (Hons)

  • Level(s) of Study: Undergraduate
  • UCAS Code(s): W800
  • Start Date(s): September 2023
  • Duration: Three years full-time, four to seven years part-time
  • Study Mode(s): Full-time / Part-time
  • Campus: Clifton Campus
  • Entry Requirements:
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Introduction:

Designed for committed writers, this practice-based and industry-focused course will introduce you to the intricacies of writing including plot, characterisation and narrative study.

In this Creative Writing degree you will develop your skills as a writer, through work-like projects involving writing, editing, publishing and pitching, supported by the study of English literature.

Working alongside a range of accomplished, widely published professionals, you will develop your writing abilities while studying at the heart of an active writing community. You’ll also learn how to give and receive critical input alongside supportive peers and tutors who will challenge, support and encourage you to follow your writerly instincts and to experiment with writing in a variety of genres. A wide range of optional modules places an emphasis on student choice, enabling you to follow your interests.

Our focus on employability will ensure you have the skills and experience necessary to succeed in your future career. Where better to begin your creative journey than in a UNESCO City of Literature and at a university that puts the student experience firmly at its heart?

  • Develop your creative and professional writing across a wide range of genres, working with active, expert writer-tutors.
  • Undertake hands-on roles in creative project management and development, preparing you for work in and beyond the writing and arts industries, developing creative solutions to global problems.
  • Develop confidence in your communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
  • Undertake study abroad with one of our international partners across the world.

Designed for talented and committed writers, this course will introduce you to the intricacies of writing including plot, characterisation and narrative study.

In this practice-based and industry-focused Creative Writing degree you will develop your skills as a writer, through work-like projects involving writing, editing, publishing and pitching, supported by the study of English literature.

Working alongside a range of accomplished, widely published professionals, you will develop your writing abilities while studying at the heart of an active writing community. You’ll also learn how to give and receive critical input alongside supportive peers and tutors who will challenge, support and encourage to follow your writerly instincts and to experiment with writing in a variety of genres. A wide range of optional modules places an emphasis on student choice enabling you to follow your interests.

Our focus on employability will ensure you have the skills and experience necessary to succeed in your future career. Where better to begin your creative journey than in a UNESCO City of Literature and at a university that, for three decades, has put the student experience firmly at its heart?

What you’ll study

Don’t just take our word for it, hear from our students themselves

Student Profiles

Ellie Jacobson

Creative Writing

I gained skills which are transferrable to a work place environment.

Megan Sprous

Creative Writing

I’ve found it a great joy to be able to get to know my tutors over the course of my degree. They’re helpful and insightful, I feel that if I had any issues or questions, they wouldn’t hesitate to lend a hand where they could.

Our students' stories

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Staff Profiles

Rory Waterman - Associate Professor

School of Arts & Humanities

Dr Waterman is the author of four books of poetry with Carcanet Press and three critical monographs, an editor, a press and academic critic, and Associate Professor in Creative Writing…

Eve Makis - Senior Lecturer

School of Arts & Humanities

Eve Makis is a writer and lecturer on our MA in Creative Writing. She has published four novels and one non-fiction writing guide titled 'The Accidental Memoir'.

Andrew Taylor - Senior Lecturer

School of Arts & Humanities

Andrew Taylor (Dr)

Anthony Cropper - Senior Lecturer

School of Arts & Humanities

Anthony Cropper is a lecturer in Creative Writing at both postgraduate and undergraduate level. He has published two novels, a collection of short stories and a non-fiction writing guide.

James Walker - Senior Lecturer

School of Arts & Humanities

James Walker

Careers and employability

Your career development

Good writing and creativity are workplace skills that are highly valued by employers.  During your studies, you’ll develop valuable transferable skills that include time management, the ability to think analytically, and confidence in presenting your work. Creative writing graduates have embarked on careers in writing, journalism, publishing, teaching, the civil service, marketing and advertising.

Campus and facilities

How to apply

Ready to join us? Then apply as soon as you can.

For the full-time route just click the Apply button at the top of the page and follow our step-by-step guide.

If you're applying for the part-time route please apply online using the NTU Applicant Portal.

Make sure you check the entry requirements above carefully before you do.

Writing your application and personal statement

Be honest, thorough and persuasive in your application. Remember, we can only make a decision based on what you tell us. So include all of your qualifications and grades, including resits or predicted grades.

Your personal statement is a really important part of your application. It’s your chance to convince us why we should offer you a place! You've got 4,000 characters to impress us. Make sure you use them to show how your skills and qualities are relevant to the course(s) you’re applying for. For more hints and tips, take a look at our page on how to write a good personal statement.

Keeping up-to-date

After you've applied, we’ll be sending you important emails throughout the application process so check your emails regularly, including your junk mail folder.

You can get more information and advice about applying to NTU on our Your Application page. Good luck with your application!

Need help with your application?

For admissions related enquiries please contact us:

Tel: +44 (0)115 848 4200

Ask us a question

You can apply for this course through UCAS. If you are not applying to any other UK universities, you can apply directly to us on our NTU applicant portal.

Application advice

Apply early so that you have enough time to prepare – processing times for Student visas can vary, for example.  After you've applied, we'll be sending you important emails throughout the application process – so check your emails regularly, including your junk mail folder.

Writing your personal statement

Be honest, thorough, and persuasive – we can only make a decision about your application based on what you tell us:

Would you like some advice on your study plans?

Our international teams are highly experienced in answering queries from students all over the world. We also have members of staff based in Vietnam, China, India and Nigeria and work with a worldwide network of education counsellors.