English with Creative Writing
BA (Hons)
Goldsmiths, University of London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 45 graduates of English with Creative Writing BA (Hons) and other courses in at Goldsmiths, University of London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in .
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in English studies (non-specific)
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of 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 | £24000 | £23000 | £26500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £28000 | £15500 - £29000 | £21000 - £34000 |
All English studies (non-specific) courses of Goldsmiths, University of London
Salary of all UK Graduates of English studies (non-specific)
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £21516 | £21276 | £25018 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18083 - £24722 | £16238 - £25899 | £19034 - £31180 |
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Course Description
Combine the study of literature with the practice of creative writing. You’ll graduate with the ability to be curious about literature, and the imagination to turn that curiosity into creativity.
This flexible programme allows you to choose topics related to American literature and culture, comparisons of literature across different cultures and art forms (also known as Comparative Literature), and study diverse aspects of language use in linguistics modules. Your literary and creative studies will be supported by lectures and seminars which will give you practical advice to help you improve your essay writing and refine your research strategies.
Why study BA English with Creative Writing at Goldsmiths?
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You’ll read key literary texts, and experiment with writing prose and poetry. By the end of the creative writing degree you’ll have uncovered your written style and developed an extensive portfolio of creative work.
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We’re based in London, a city that’s full of literary inspiration.
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Our alumni have gone on to win prestigious awards including the Rooney Prize for Irish Literature, the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year, the European Union Prize for Literature, and the Dylan Thomas Prize. One of our alumni, Sophie Collins, was awarded a Fellowship by the Royal Society of Literature as part of its inaugural 40 Under 40 scheme in 2018.
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We’re regularly visited by literary guest speakers. Recent visitors have included Ali Smith, Nikesh Shukla, Michael Rosen, Eimear McBride and Howard Jacobson.
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We host an annual literary award – the Goldsmiths Prize – that celebrates work that pushes the boundaries of the novel.
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of English with Creative Writing, BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
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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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of English with Creative Writing BA (Hons) at Goldsmiths, University of London
| 20% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including English Literature, or Language and Literature, or Language. A-level General Studies is not accepted.
Grade B in English Literature, or Language and Literature, or Language is required.
Pass with 45 Level 3 credits including 30 Distinctions and a number of merits/passes in subject specific modules.
Grade B in English Literature, or Language and Literature, or Language is required.
With three Higher Level subjects at 655 including English Literature, or Language and Literature, or Language.
Including English Literature, or Language and Literature, or Language.
Including English Literature, or Language and Literature, or Language.
A selection of recent written work will also be required. A-level General Studies is not accepted.
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0 |
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study English with Creative Writing, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
Costs
Average student cost of living in London
| 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, 2024
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)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of Goldsmiths, University of London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Goldsmiths, University of London in related subject specific rankings.
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About Goldsmiths, University of London
Founded in 1891, Goldsmiths, University of London, is located in the South-Eastern area of London known as New Cross. The facilities are impressive at this university, providing students with Art, TV, and Radio studios, as well as a host of other resources aimed at optimising the experience for students on any of their courses. With Goldsmith’s exceptionally active event calendar, making new connections is easy, giving learners a way to socialise without even having to step foot off campus.
Student composition of Goldsmiths, University of London
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Students by level of study Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 5950
- postgraduates:
- 2835
- Total:
- 8785
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- 08 June, 2023
