Pursue your passion for writing with a BA (Hons) in Creative Writing at Nottingham Trent University. Join a vibrant community and apply today!
Program Description Designed for talented and committed writers, this course will introduce students to the intricacies of writing including plot, characterisation and narrative study. The degree enables students to develop their own craft and writing talent and focuses on key aspects of creative writing practice, alongside the study of literature. This course will allow students to develop and build on their writerly skills, while offering them an opportunity to work with a range of published writers and academics. Students will find themselves at the heart of an active writing community. Students will learn all of the skills required to master the craft of writing, alongside other skills essential to the modern writer, such as editing, drafting, pitching and performing their work. Students will also learn how to give and receive criticism alongside supportive colleagues who are keen to challenge them. Students will be encouraged to follow their writerly instincts and push themselves outside of their comfort zone. Students will experiment with writing in a variety of genres. A wide range of optional modules places the emphasis on student choice, enabling them to follow their instincts and interests. The focus on employability will ensure students have the skills and experience necessary to succeed in their future career, and where better to begin than in a UNESCO City of Literature.
