University of Hertfordshire

BA (Hons) English Literature and Creative Writing

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

4th in the UK for student satisfaction in English studies (National Student Survey, 2025)* 90% of graduates in work/further study (Graduate Outcomes, 2025)** Learn from published writers who’ll guide you on the best ways to get your work published Do you have a story to tell, or have you always wanted to be a writer? Perhaps you want to learn how to be a critical reader or gain a greater understanding of the craft of writing. Studying English Literature and Creative Writing at Herts will help you find your voice, whether as a poet, playwright, novelist or scholar of literature.

Joint honours degree: The BA (Hons) English Literature and Creative Writing course combines the study of literature with the practice of creative writing. Studying literature will give you a greater understanding of

Key highlights

  • Taught by published writers who advise on getting your work published
  • Joint honours combining literature study with creative writing practice
  • Develop your voice as a poet, playwright, novelist or literary scholar
  • Build critical reading skills and understanding of the craft of writing

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 72-168 — Typical offer: 112-120 72 - 168 UCAS points IB - 72 points from a minimum of 2 HL subjects at H4 or above. Find out more about international application requirements. GCSE Maths grade 4 (D) and English Language grade 4 (C) or above. The University of Hertfordshire is committed to welcoming students…
  • GCSE: 4 — to include Mathematics, English Language

Scholarships

  • Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)

    £1,000 (or share of)

  • Jarvis Centenary Scholarship

    £5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes

    Up to £5,000

  • Kurt Dannenberg Bursary

    £1,000 (or share of)

    Up to £1,000

  • Professor Peter Lines Scholarship

    Value: £1,000

    Up to £1,000

  • The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary

    £3,000 (paid in the first year of study)

    Up to £3,000

  • The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship

    two students will be awarded £1,500 each

    Up to £1,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Author
  • Copywriter
  • Editor
  • Journalist
  • Publishing assistant
  • Content writer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £17,450

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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