University of East Anglia UEA

BA Creative Writing and English Literature

University of East Anglia UEA

Course overview

The BA (Hons) Creative Writing and English Literature programme at the University of East Anglia is designed to nurture students' creative talents and prepare them for careers in the creative industry. The three-year programme allows students to explore forms of writing, arts, fiction, poetry and scriptwriting through structured guidance that helps them build a strong writing practice and unlock their potential.

The BA (Hons) Creative Writing and English Literature programme at the University of East Anglia provides students with the opportunity to develop their skills across different writing areas, including presentations, poetry and drama, from both a creative and critical perspective. As they progress, they have the chance to explore genres such as crime fiction, sci-fi and autobiography.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

Applicants should possess qualifications equivalent to A-levels within the grade range of AAA in subjects such as English language and literature, government, sociology and politics. Level 3 Extended Diplomas with grades ranging from DDD are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate proficiency by achieving an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section.

Scholarships

  • International UG Merit Scholarship

    Year 1 Entry - £5,000 or £10,000; Year 2 - £5,000 or £4,000.

  • Music Scholarship

    Total Value: £3,000; Annual Value: £1,000

    Up to £3,000
  • The North Walsham Vikings RFC Bursary

    Minimum of £500 per scholarship. This amount may be higher, but it is at the discretion of the club and dependent on the number of recipients and level of ability.

    Up to £500
  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

    Undergraduate level: the Home rate (£9,535 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000); Postgraduate taught level: the Home rate (£10,675 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000).

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Creative Writing and English Literature programme at the University of East Anglia can pursue various career roles, including:

  • Freelance writer
  • Scriptwriter
  • Publisher/Author
  • Community and Arts-related Project Specialist 
  • Marketer 
  • Communication and PR Officer

Cost of study

For international students enrolling in the BA (Hons) Creative Writing and English Literature programme from the University of East Anglia, the tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year are £22,000.

Admission

To apply for the BA (Hons) Creative Writing and English Literature programme at the University of East Anglia, you can apply directly to the university or through AHZ Consultants. If you need help with your application or have questions about the documents you need, our experienced counsellors can help you.

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