Creative Writing BA (Hons)

Unlock your creativity with our dynamic Creative Writing degree where you will experiment with styles, inspired by our diverse city, and develop your craft through an inclusive and encouraging approach.

Engage in critical reading and innovative writing across various genres, applying your skills to real-world scenarios like publishing.

Guided by supportive tutors, you will explore key texts and connect your work to political, social, and cultural theories. You will experience learning in museums, galleries, theatres, archives, and beyond.

At the end of year 1 you can choose a specialist subject that complements your degree or to carry on with the broader Creative Writing degree.


• Creative Writing with Wellbeing BA(Hons)



• Creative Writing with Comics and Graphic Novels BA(Hons)



TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE


• Staff are active writers – you will learn from published novelists, poets and screenwriters.



• Strong local publishing connections – we organise a programme of visiting writers and publishing professionals. Take a look at some of our prizes and partnerships.



• Scrivener talks give you the chance to speak to a professional writer about their work.



• Our focus on employability, including a placement, ensures you will graduate as an emerging writer with a strong skill set.



• Extracurricular activities such as the Performance and Community Research and Enterprise Group and the student-led Creative Writing Society.



• Alumni making a difference – graduates from our programmes include Paris Lees, Merci Roberts, Munroe Bergdorf and Tanaka Mhisi.



• Excellent student support and a warm and encouraging community.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. Work experience is guaranteed through placements on every course, and other opportunities like study abroad and working on real-world projects will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025). And you'll be supported throughout, with Brighton's lifelong career support.

Brighton is a place where everyone belongs, and has been rated one of the most inclusive cities in the world (TimeOut 2025). The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round. In fact, it's the number one creative city in the UK, making it a great place to live and study.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university. You might also be eligible for elements of their award-winning Brighton Boost support package, including help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more - head to their website to see what you could get.

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