English Literature and Creative Writing BA (Hons)
Bangor University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of English Literature and Creative Writing BA (Hons) and other courses in literature in English at Bangor University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in literature in English.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All literature in English courses of Bangor University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in English Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of literature in English at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22000 | £18500 | £22500 |
25-75 percentile range | £18500 - £24000 | £14000 - £23000 | £17000 - £27500 |
All English Studies courses of Bangor University
Salary of all UK Graduates of English Studies
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22685 | £20368 | £24203 |
25-75 percentile range | £19753 - £26218 | £15488 - £25125 | £18208 - £30488 |
All English Studies courses in the UK
Course Description
This course develops connections between critical study of English Literature and the creative practice of writing in a variety of forms. You will learn to approach texts as both a reader and a writer, discovering synergies between these different perspectives. You will study a broad range of English literature while developing your practical skills, confidence and independent vision as a creative writer. This course offers the chance to develop skills in critical analysis and imaginative problem solving that are relevant to a range of career paths.
Taught by experts in the field of English Literary study, alongside experienced novelists and poets, a degree in English Literature and Creative Writing from Bangor University will enable you to increase your understanding of literature, whilst also helping you to hone you own creative voice as a writer. Indeed, this degree combines the best of both worlds, introducing you to the study of historical and contemporary genres, as you yourself practice writing across a range of commercial and literary genres.
‘Placement Year’ and 'International Experience Year’ options are available for this course. You will have the opportunity to fully consider these options when you have started your course at Bangor and can make an application for a transfer onto such a pathway at the appropriate time. You can find more information about these options on our website and if you have any questions, please get in touch.
If you don’t have the required qualifications for this degree-level course or are looking to re-enter education after time away from study, then a Foundation Year Programme might be the right choice for you. Please see English Language and English Literature (with Foundation Year) QQCF.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
All literature in English courses of Bangor University
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of English Literature and Creative Writing BA (Hons) at Bangor University
20% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
10% | Secretarial and related occupations |
10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Media Professionals |
10% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
5% | Elementary occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for literature in English
All literature in English courses of Bangor University
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 5.5
- Others Pre-masters English 5 month program
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- 5.0
- Others Pre-masters English 6 month program
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- 4.5
- Others Pre-masters English 9 month program
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 5.5)
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 5.5)
Costs
Tuition Fees English Literature and Creative Writing BA (Hons)
Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Tuition fees and scholarship information for International applicants can be found here:
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Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Bangor University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Bangor University in related subject specific rankings.
Languages & Literature
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- #4
- #58
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- English
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 27 university rankings of Bangor University
About Bangor University
Founded in 1884 in Bangor, Wales, Bangor University offers strong support when it comes to student research initiatives. Some examples include the Environment Centre, a dedicated Language facility, and Europe’s largest underground root laboratory in Treborth Botanic Gardens. Additionally, the campus is situated less than 15 minutes away from Garth Pier on-foot, one of the main places to visit in Bangor.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023