English Literature and Creative Writing

If you are passionate about literature and eager to enhance your writing skills, our English Literature and Creative Writing degree is perfect for you.

You will blend studying literary theory with your own creative writing, learning how to use writing to explore and challenge ideas.

Through examining diverse texts and their political, aesthetic, and cultural contexts, you will refine your work.

With trips, research projects, and hands-on opportunities to connect theory with practice, you will develop as a confident thinker and writer.

Our award-winning tutors and collaborations with local publishers will prepare you for a professional writing career, offering unique experiences within community groups and companies.

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 skillset.



• 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.



• Weekly roundup of writing competitions and opportunities to encourage you to promote your work and consider future careers.



• Workshops and spoken word events help you find your writing voice.



• Professional feedback on any aspect of your writing from our resident Royal Literary Fund Fellow.

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 up to £1,000 to help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more. In addition to this, five lucky students who enrol with Brighton in the autumn will be in with the chance to win £1,000 – head to their website to find out more.

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