English and Creative Writing and Spanish BA (Hons)
University of Strathclyde
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 55 graduates of English and Creative Writing and Spanish BA (Hons) and other courses in English studies (non-specific) at University of Strathclyde for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in English studies (non-specific).
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All English studies (non-specific) courses of University of Strathclyde
Salary
Salary of Graduates in English studies (non-specific)
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of English studies (non-specific) 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 | £19500 | £23000 |
25-75 percentile range | £19500 - £27000 | £13000 - £25000 | £15500 - £29500 |
All English studies (non-specific) courses of University of Strathclyde
Salary of all UK Graduates of English studies (non-specific)
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23775 | £21778 | £25658 |
25-75 percentile range | £20288 - £27271 | £16669 - £26792 | £19416 - £32362 |
All English studies (non-specific) courses in the UK
Course Description
Our approach to the English & Creative writing course is innovative, modern and friendly, giving you a comprehensive understanding of English literature as a core basis for your creative work. Studying Spanish with us will give you the chance to become a fluent linguist and, with our year abroad programme, an opportunity to experience living, working and studying in another country.
Why study English and Creative Writing and Spanish at Strathclyde?
The emphasis is on helping you develop a range of applicable skills to grow your future career, including textual analysis and interpretation.
With us, you can study everything from poetry, the novel and drama (stage, screen and radio). In addition, we offer the opportunity to use creative writing skills as part of your approach to literary criticism.
The chance to work with award-winning scholars and creative writers.
We have a reputation for getting to know students as individuals.
We offer a wide range of options, many of them unique in the UK, reflecting our staff interests and expertise.
Opportunity to study Spanish as a beginner
Your Career
Our graduates have gone on to success in a very wide range of careers including in publishing, the civil service, management, marketing, journalism, creative writing, administration and teaching. Employers value our graduates’ ability to express themselves well and think critically.
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 and Creative Writing and Spanish BA (Hons) at University of Strathclyde
25% | Sales occupations |
15% | Elementary occupations |
15% | Media Professionals |
10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Finance Professionals |
5% | |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
0% | Administrative occupations |
0% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for English studies (non-specific)
All English studies (non-specific) courses of University of Strathclyde
Qualification requirements
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Costs
Tuition Fees English and Creative Writing and Spanish BA (Hons)
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £19600 | year 1 |
International | £19600 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Undergraduate students who live in Scotland will usually have their tuition fees paid by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you have previously attended university or college or are not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS to check your eligibility to have your fees paid. SAAS will pay your tuition fees directly to Strathclyde.
Most undergraduate students from the rest of the UK (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) will receive a free year of tuition as, assuming no change in Rest of UK fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped. For students commencing study next session, this is capped at £27,750. Students studying on Integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.
For further information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the "Fees and funding" section on the programme website.
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 University of Strathclyde in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Strathclyde in related subject specific rankings.
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About University of Strathclyde
The University of Strathclyde is a prominent research education institution situated in the city of Glasgow, Scotland. Awards and accolades are never far away from their name, having been recognised as university of the year on numerous occasions by Times Higher Education, as well as the 4th best in the UK for Student Satisfaction. The city itself is known for the friendly and humorous locals, as well as the diverse and international student population.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023