This degree combines the study of English literature with modules designed to tap into your creative energy and shape it into poetry, prose, film or theatre. You will be taught by a number of internationally acclaimed writers and will have access to frequent public readings in the School by staff, visiting artists, and postgraduate students. We also work with the independent Northern Stage theatre, located on campus, and with the Royal Shakespeare Company to support your study of creative writing in the theatre.
This degree combines the study of English literature with modules designed to tap into your creative energy and shape it into poetry, prose, film or theatre. You will be taught by a number of internationally acclaimed writers and will have access to frequent public readings in the School by staff, visiting artists, and postgraduate students. We also work with the independent Northern Stage theatre, located on campus, and with the Royal Shakespeare Company to support your study of creative writing in the theatre.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site (Newcastle)
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
QW38
Institution Code
N21
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,A,B,B Including English. Advanced Higher English at grade A is preferred. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. Access to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 Either including English Literature or English Language at Higher Level, grade 5, or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as study in other arts and humanities subjects). Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Applicants will be considered on an individual basis. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,M2 Including English or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as principle subjects in other arts and humanities subjects). Extended ProjectIf you offer the Level 3 Extended Project Qualification in a topic relevant to the degree programme, we may take this into account in our consideration of your application. A levelA,A,B Either including English Literature or English Language and Literature, or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as A-levels in other arts and humanities subjects). |
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