English Literature with Creative Writing
BA (Hons)
University of Greenwich
Key Course Facts
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 | £20000 | £19500 | £23500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18000 - £32000 | £12500 - £25500 | £17500 - £30500 |
All English Studies courses of University of Greenwich
Salary of all UK Graduates of English Studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20664 | £20368 | £24203 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £17620 - £24642 | £15488 - £25125 | £18208 - £30488 |
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Course Description
Our English Literature with Creative Writing degree hones your skills in literary analysis while helping you to develop your own creative voice.
This English Literature with Creative Writing BA allows you to combine the two disciplines on a major/minor basis. In English Literature classes we cover fiction, poetry, drama and film with an emphasis on the period since 1800. In Creative Writing modules you'll be given the chance to produce your own work in these same genres. Over your time with us you'll be able to develop and explore your own areas of interest. You will also have the opportunity to undertake a work placement or dissertation.
Popular career options for graduates of this course include professional writing, research, teaching, journalism, publishing and arts administration.
What you should know about this course
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Gain a solid grounding in literary history and explore specialist areas such as American fiction, Shakespeare, literary theory, transnational literature and the gothic
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Enhance your appreciation of literature through the experience of writing in different genres (the novel, the short story, poetry and drama)
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Consider literature in relation to social and historical context, advances in technology and changes in the cultural marketplace
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Develop your own voice as a writer, working with specialist guidance from published authors and successful practitioners
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Gain advanced transferable skills centring on comprehension, creativity, analysis and communication that will enhance your value in a wide range of graduate occupations
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of English Literature with Creative Writing, BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
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
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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 University of Greenwich
| 15% | Administrative occupations |
| 15% | Teaching Professionals |
| 15% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Customer service occupations |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Protective service occupations |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, International Baccalaureate (IB), Access to HE courses, or equivalent level 3 qualifications. We also accept equivalent qualifications at Level 2, such as Functional Skills in mathematics and English.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study English Literature 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
Tuition Fees English Literature with Creative Writing BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £14500 | year 1 |
| International | £14500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Greenwich in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Greenwich in related subject specific rankings.
Arts Visual & Performing
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- #40
- #45
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- Creative Writing
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
Languages & Literature
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- #72
- #87
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- English
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
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About University of Greenwich
The University of Greenwich operates on government funding, and is based in London and Kent, England. The university’s main campus, the Old Royal Naval College, as well as its Avery Hill campus are located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, in Greater London. Its satellite campus in Medway, Kent is part of a collaboration with the University of Kent.
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Student composition of University of Greenwich
- undergraduates:
- 15845
- postgraduates:
- 5550
- Total:
- 21395
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- 08 June, 2023
