Creative Writing with Foundation BA (Hons)
Plymouth University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Creative Writing with Foundation BA (Hons) and other courses in Creative Writing at Plymouth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Creative Writing.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Creative Writing courses of Plymouth University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in English Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Creative Writing 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 | £23000 | £19000 | £23500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £15000 - £25500 | £15500 - £23500 | £17500 - £28500 |
All English Studies courses of Plymouth University
Salary of all UK Graduates of English Studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20738 | £17423 | £20425 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18446 - £26123 | £12846 - £22039 | £15406 - £26500 |
All English Studies courses in the UK
Course Description
Writing is an age-old craft – and an essential skill in the 21st century. At Plymouth you will work with poets, novelists, journalists and digital writers to hone your ability as a writer, reader and editor, with a view to making your way in the many fields that now rely on these skills. Our accessible team of published authors has years of professional experience and are adept at nurturing talent, unlocking creativity and enabling future success.
- This four-year course is designed to give you the grounding necessary to progress through your undergraduate studies and, through the many opportunities we give you, find the best possible direction to grow your love of learning.
* Work with published and award-winning writers and journalists
- Spend time in our nurturing, small-group workshops with staff, honing your craft.
- Learn and grow as a writer through trying out multiple forms and genres.
* Encounter digital writing and new ways of expressing yourself
- Gain work-facing skills utilised in industries such as journalism, content-writing, publishing, editing, marketing and more.
This course is an integrated part of the BA (Hons) Creative Writing degree at the University of Plymouth. Successful completion of your foundation year (Year 0) will not lead to a separate award or qualification in its own right but provides progression onto Year 1 of BA (Hons) Creative Writing, or one of the following degree courses:
* BA (Hons) Anthropology
* BA (Hons) Art History
* BSc (Hons) Criminology
* BSc (Hons) Criminology and Psychology
* BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology
* BA (Hons) English
* BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing
* BA (Hons) History
* BSc (Hons) International Relations
* LLB (Hons) Law
* LLB (Hons) Law and Criminology
* BSc (Hons) Politics
* BSc (Hons) Politics and International Relations
* BSc (Hons) Sociology
* BSc (Hons) Professional Policing
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.
All Creative Writing courses of Plymouth University
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Creative Writing courses of Plymouth University
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Creative Writing with Foundation BA (Hons) at Plymouth University
| 30% | Elementary occupations |
| 15% | Caring personal services |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Other Educational Professionals |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Creative Writing
All Creative Writing courses of Plymouth University
Qualification requirements
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB-ABB at A Level (preferably including a foreign language) and grade A in the EPQ.
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)
The Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the A Level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.
For further information on entry requirements, please contact Admissions: Email - [email protected] Tel - +44 1752 585858
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With 5.5 in all elements. |
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:
- Foundation
University Rankings
Positions of Plymouth University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Plymouth University in related subject specific rankings.
Arts Visual & Performing
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- #11
- #12
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- Creative Writing
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Languages & Literature
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- #22
- #28
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- English
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About Plymouth University
Founded in 1992, Plymouth University is established in the small city of Plymouth, South West England. The university has a variety of residence halls at distinct price points, and all within walking distance of your classrooms. When wandering off-campus, students will find a blend of both urban and rural surroundings, ensuring that there’s something for everyone here.
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Student composition of Plymouth University
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Total number of students enrolled at Plymouth University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 13880
- postgraduates:
- 2275
- Total:
- 16155
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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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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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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
