English Literature with Creative Writing BA (Hons)
Lancaster University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 85 graduates of English Literature with Creative Writing BA (Hons) and other courses in Literature in English at Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24000 | £22000 | £26000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £28000 | £17500 - £25500 | £21000 - £30500 |
All English Studies courses of Lancaster University
Salary of all UK Graduates of English Studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 is a major-minor degree, comprising approximately three quarters English Literature and one quarter Creative Writing.
In English Literature, you’ll take core and optional modules, gaining in-depth knowledge of a variety of literary writings with the opportunity to specialise in genres and periods that particularly appeal to you.
You’ll be taught Creative Writing modules by published authors who share their expertise through workshops that focus closely on your own writing and lectures that address general issues of effective writing and professional development.
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.
This particular course
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Literature in English courses of Lancaster University
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of English Literature with Creative Writing BA (Hons) at Lancaster University
| 30% | Protective service occupations |
| 15% | Elementary occupations |
| 15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 0% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 0% | Legal professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
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)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of Lancaster University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Lancaster University in related subject specific rankings.
Languages & Literature
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- #14
- #17
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- English
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 34 university rankings of Lancaster University
About Lancaster University
Lancaster University was established in 1964 and is located in the rural setting of Lancaster. The campus provides a series of amenities, including banks and a post office. Academically, all of this university’s courses and programmes are accredited and approved by MARP, ensuring that the curriculums delivered here are set at a high standard. In terms of facilities, students have access to a variety of study and recreational spaces intended to improve their wellbeing, such as Meditation and Tai Chi classes, and Woodland walks.
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Student composition of Lancaster University
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Total number of students enrolled at Lancaster University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12595
- postgraduates:
- 4065
- Total:
- 16660
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Creative Writing”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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English Literature and Creative Writing (with integrated foundation year) BA (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | 98% | 5% | 15% | £9000 | £16520 | 134 | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time |
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Creative Writing and Health & Wellbeing (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 86% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £12500 | 105 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
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Film and Creative Writing BA (Hons) | University of Essex | - | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £19500 | 149 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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Literature and Creative Writing (Including Year Abroad) BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 85% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £19500 | 120 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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English Literature and Creative Writing BA (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | 100% | 5% | 0% | £9000 | £16520 | 120 | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time |
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Creative Writing and Theatre BA (Hons) | University of Reading | 83% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £22350 | 145 | Reading | On campus Full-time |
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Creative Writing BA (Hons) | Liverpool John Moores University | 89% | 10% | 20% | £9250 | £16100 | 135 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
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Childhood & Youth and Creative Writing (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 78% | 10% | 5% | £9250 | £12500 | 112 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
