English Literature And Creative Writing

Highlights

Join a close-knit community which shares your passion for literary works. Our staff include experts in the field of English Literary study, alongside experienced novelists and poets who will nurture your talent. Discover your creative voice in a truly iconic setting.

Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, you’ll find endless inspiration to craft stories, explore literature, and bring your imagination to life. Study and interpret 1,000 years of literary history and a multitude of genres. Over 2.3 kilometres of archival material can be found within the strongrooms of our Archives and Special Collections.

Bangor’s vibrant local arts and culture scene includes a local theatre, and cinema. Discover poetry, drama, dance, films, music and more at Pontio, our Arts and Innovation Centre. Visiting guest writers help inspire creativity which in the past have included hosts readings and discussion from award-winning novelists and poets.

Catrin Kean, poet Bhanu Kapil, and short fiction author Wendy Erskine are just some of the writers to pay us a visit at Bangor University.

Course overview

Studying English Literature and Creative Writing together gives you a deeper understanding of literature, its meaning and the techniques employed in different texts - including those you create yourself. With a strong history of world-class research and teaching in English Literature, we offer a creative community. You’ll be mentored by published writers and poets.

Our faculty includes published and award-winning authors, and some of the world’s foremost authorities on Arthurian Literature, early modern literature, the history of the book, and Welsh writing in English. You’ll be encouraged to think about literature as both a reader and writer. Reading and writing many different forms, we'll look at traditional through to experimental forms of literatures.

You’ll take modules that explore novels, short fiction, non-fiction, flash or micro fictions, hybrid forms, poetry, or the challenges of writing with AI, creatively and professionally. Studying this degree in English Literature and Creative Writing, will see you join a welcoming, supportive community. Our goal is to introduce you to new writers, as well as known texts, fostering a holistic understanding of the creative process and the intricate relationship between author and audience.

On campus, there are lots of opportunities to extend your creativity outside of the classroom. This includes student-led reading, study and discussion groups. Off campus, Bangor’s vibrant local arts and culture scene includes a local theatre, cinema and poetry groups who hold events across the city.

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Placement year

What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September.

Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience.

How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements.

Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide now. You will have the chance to explore the Placement Year option after starting your course at Bangor University.

We'll provide all the information you need to make an informed decision. Ready to find out more? Discover the exciting work experience opportunities available by visiting the Work Experience During Your Degree section on our website…