Screenwriting BA (Hons)

This course provides a thorough grounding in screenwriting for film and television. This enables students to produce a diverse portfolio of creative and critical writing. Students learn to write and evaluate screenplays by producing documents such as step-outlines, treatments, screenplays, premises, synopses and script reports.<br/><br/>Practical experience is essential in bolstering your employability, so we constantly create opportunities to initiate, negotiate and deliver independent projects, either in individual production groups or with industry partners such the BBC and ITV.<br/><br/>Our small workshops provide you with the chance to get insightful feedback on your scripts at least every three weeks, and at certain points in the degree on a weekly basis. Also, at least once a year you pitch your work to industry professionals, such as producers and screenwriters, as part of our script panels and competitions.<br/><br/>The broad set of transferable skills students acquire allows them to work in a variety of roles such as screenwriting, script researcher, script editor and storyliner. Student may wish to go on and study at Postgraduate level.

The University of Suffolk is modern, bold, and committed to making a difference.<br/><br/>From placements and live projects to industry-standard facilities, you’ll gain hands-on experience that sets you apart. <br/><br/>Smaller class sizes mean you’ll get to know your lecturers, collaborate closely with your peers, and build the confidence to thrive — all part of why we’re ranked 4th in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025).<br/><br/>Located in Ipswich on the beautiful Suffolk coast, Suffolk offers a welcoming campus with lower living costs and strong career connections to London and beyond.<br/><br/>Apply through Clearing and get closer to your future.