BA(Hons)Creative Writing
| Study location | United Kingdom, Falmouth (Penryn Campus) |
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| Type | Bachelor courses, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 3 years |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | BA(Hons) |
| Course code | W890 |
| Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. |
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| Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill) |
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| Other requirements | At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. |
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Overview
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Programme structure
*Year One *
The first year provides foundational skills and knowledge of contemporary writing practice. You’ll be immersed in writing culture – writing. reading. generating ideas and learning more about audiences and the professional contexts of writing.
o The craft of writing
o Writing toolkit
o Reading as a writer
o Audience & context
o Introduction to publishing
o Writing as a reader
*Year Two *
The second year allows you to experiment with different forms of writing, from screenwriting to fiction, while developing your ability to generate ideas. pitch, and collaborate on set and negotiated projects.
o Writing project I
o Screenwriting workshop
o Poetry workshop
o Games & digital writing workshop
o Writing project II
o Creative non-fiction workshop
o Fiction workshop a Scri.t worksho radio & theatre
Year Three
This year is a springboard to your future, beyond university. Working
on your creative writing portfolio and a collaborative project,
alongside a chosen specialism from one of the advanced writing
workshops means that you graduate with the confidence and skills
necessary to launch you into professional practice or postgraduate
study.
o Collaborative project
o Lifestyle writing workshop: food, fashion, sport, health
o Travel, place & environment writing workshop
o Children & young adult writing workshop
o Creative writing portfolio
o Transitions: writer in the marketplace
Career opportunities
o Writing for newspapers, magazines and websites
o Writing for film, TV and radio
o Work in editorial or publishing
o Work in PR, marketing and arts administration
o Teaching and postgraduate study