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BA (Hons) Creative Writing Bachelor's degree at the University of Greenwich
BA (Hons) Creative Writing at University of Greenwich. You'll work across core theory, research and methods, applied practice, specialist options, an independent project, and professional skills, structured to develop both your craft and your readiness for working life.
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About this course
BA (Hons) Creative Writing is a Bachelor's degree (BA (Hons)) at the University of Greenwich, based in Greenwich campus. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for English & Literature, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
9.1
/ 10
1 of 3 official measures
Student satisfaction
What students say in the National Student Survey
Exceptional91
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 21 modules
- Writing for Stage and Screen
- Writing Poetry and Prose
- Writing for the Media
- Mandarin 1
- Mandarin 2
- Mandarin 3
- Literary Forms of Representation
- The Canon: A Short History of Western Literature
- European Languages (French 1)
- European Languages (French 2)
- European Languages (French 3)
- European Languages (French 4)
- European Languages (Italian 1)
- European Languages (Italian 2)
- European Languages (Italian 3)
- Foundations of Linguistics
- Language, Communication and Society
- European Languages (Spanish 1)
- European Languages (Spanish 2)
- European Languages (Spanish 3)
- European Languages (Spanish 4)
Year 2 6 modules
- Advanced Poetry Writing
- Short Story Writing
- Intermediate Writing for Stage and Screen
- Writing Journalism
- Poetry and Drama in Context
- Prose Fiction in Context
Year 3 9 modules
- Creative Project (LLT)
- Novel Writing
- English in World Literatures: Postcolonial and Transnational Writing
- Literature and Publishing Since 1820
- Journalism in Practice
- Work Placement (Level 6)
- Language Research Project (French, Italian, Spanish)
- Contemporary Publishing
- LLT Sandwich Placement
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
You'll study the theory, history and craft of literary writing. A course like this typically begins with foundations in close reading, critical analysis and key theoretical ideas, from formalism to postcolonialism. You'll usually move through literature across periods and cultures, from medieval and Renaissance texts through Romantic and Victorian work to modernism and contemporary writing. Alongside this, you'll develop practical writing skills in workshop settings. In your final year, you'll choose specialist options such as Creative writing, Shakespeare & early modern, Contemporary fiction, Critical theory, World literature, or Publishing pathways, whilst completing advanced seminars and an extended independent project. This structure builds from broad literary knowledge to your own focused research and creative work.
Who it's for
This course suits someone drawn to storytelling, narrative technique, and the craft of writing, whether you're starting fresh or building on existing interests. You'll thrive if you're curious about how literature works, willing to revise and refine your own writing, and keen to learn from both tutors and peers. Part-time study means you can balance the course with work, family, or other projects. You'll benefit from practical feedback on your writing, exposure to different genres and forms, and space to develop a distinctive voice. If you want to understand the mechanics of creative writing and test your ideas in real time, this course gives you that environment.
Careers & job market
Across English and Literature courses nationally, 85% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months. Nationally, starting salaries for graduates in this field range from £23,000 to £30,000 at 15 months, rising to £24,650–£34,800 after five years. Around 55% of working graduates move into highly skilled roles or continue studying. Your writing skills and critical understanding open doors in publishing, journalism, communications, education, and the public sector, roles where clear, persuasive writing matters. Some graduates pursue postgraduate study in creative writing, literature, or related fields.
University & format
The BA (Hons) Creative Writing is studied part-time at the University of Greenwich, located on the Greenwich campus. Teaching is in English. The University of Greenwich is a nationally recognised UK degree-awarding body. The course carries Gold for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Published entry104 UCAS points typical offer
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
2027 entry deadlineApply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
PlacementPublished placement option
Work placement. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
Open daysOpen days: Book now
See and book current events. Dates can fill or change.
2026 entryLive availability check
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Typical offer (from the provider)The university’s course page lists a typical A-level offer of 104 UCAS points. Always check the provider for the current offer and subject requirements.
Entry requirements are set by the universityGrades, subjects and contextual offers vary. Check the University of Greenwich's official course page for the current offer.
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Offer-based entry
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
Apply byApply directly to the providerfor this course
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
💡 Many universities make a contextual (reduced-grade) offer, for example based on your school’s results, time in care, or where you live. Ask University of Greenwich whether you’re eligible before you apply; it can lower the grades you need.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Homeup to £9,790 / yr
International£17,975 / yr
Provider fee page (England 2026/27 cap where not stated).
Check fees at University of Greenwich →For students who normally live in England
illustrative Maintenance Loan per year
Check providertuition used per year, no published course home fee, total not estimated
total borrowing, course length not published
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Funding matched to this course
All University of Greenwich funding →Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
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Careers & earnings
What English & Literature graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in english & literature · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs English & Literature nationally
Starting (15 months) HESA GO
£23,000 – £30,000
After 3 years LEO
£19,975 – £28,200
After 5 years LEO
£24,650 – £34,800
national rangeaxis £18,500 – £36,000
National figures for English & Literature graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
Job market & outlook
How English & Literature graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
85%
in work or further study 15 months after graduating, across English & Literature courses nationally.
Graduate Outcomes55%
of working graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
highly skilled90%
of students continue past their first year (still enrolled or completed).
continuationHow AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where English & Literature graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Publishers
- Media & broadcasters
- Marketing & PR agencies
- Charities & public sector
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit English & Literature graduates.
English GraduateRibbons and Reeves LimitedEnglish, Maths & Digital Skills ManagerHIT TrainingEnglish Certification Examiner (Written & Oral) – Paid TrainingPearsonEnglish Supply Teachers - Oldham and RochdaleTradewind RecruitmentLive from the StudySmarter job board · as of 2026-08-01.See all matching jobs
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
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Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
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Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 9.1 out of 10: NSS 90.6%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
The University of Greenwich
All students29,410
International34.6%
Aged 25+28.8%
Language and area studies across the UK
Students75,355
Aged 25+23.7%
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Greenwich campus
1,948 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Violent Crime 512Anti Social Behaviour 482Shoplifting 196Other Theft 157Vehicle Crime 104
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is English & Literature right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to University of Greenwich from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is £17,975 / year for this course (from the provider’s fee page). You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check University of Greenwich’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with University of Greenwich and gov.uk before you apply.
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Common questions
What are the entry requirements?
Set by the University of Greenwich. Check the university's course page for the exact offer.
What do graduates earn?
See the career and earnings data for English & Literature below (national Graduate Outcomes / LEO figures).
What will it cost me?
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years. See Fees & funding on this page to work out your numbers.
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