English and Creative Writing BA (Hons)

**94% of our research overall in English Language and Literature was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)**<br/><br/>**Top 100 in the world for English Language and Literature (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)**<br/><br/>**About the course**<br/><br/>We live in challenging and exciting times – there’s more need than ever to learn from the past and forge imaginative new visions of the future. With our rich tradition of critical excellence and radical creative practice, Sussex is a perfect place to combine English and Creative Writing. <br/><br/>On this course, you’ll explore the powerful, complex and even weird world of literature and of writing in its broadest scope. Reading classic books as well as diverse new texts, you’ll:<br/><br/><br/>- understand how critical thinking and careful reading are powerful and necessary in our changing world<br/><br/><br/>- experience teaching and research that link creativity with criticism, and literature with politics<br/><br/><br/>- situate English literary traditions within global and historical contexts, understanding how English functions within and across cultures<br/><br/><br/>- push boundaries of creative expression through intellectual rigour and historical acuity.<br/><br/><br/>You’ll be taught by engaged and passionate teachers and researchers who will guide you through each year of your degree.<br/><br/>You’ll join a vibrant and welcoming intellectual community with links to the worlds of media, literature, publication, education and beyond – gaining valuable skills to equip you for life after university. When you graduate, you’ll have the critical thinking and practical creative skills to make a valuable contribution to society.<br/><br/>**About Sussex**<br/><br/>Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, youll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.<br/><br/>**Location**<br/><br/>Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.