Overview

Want to find your voice? immerse yourself in words that have shaped our world with the (Hons) English and Creative Writing with Foundation course from University of Plymouth .

Key features

Immerse yourself in a dynamic and supportive English and creative writing programme that combines academic excellence with creative and professional development. This four-year creative writing course begins with a supportive foundation year – ideal for students needing extra preparation or who face educational barriers. Our small, friendly team offers personalised guidance, helping you tailor your degree through a wide range of optional modules in literary studies, creative writing, and interdisciplinary subjects across the school. You’ll learn from internationally recognised scholars and award-winning writers, developing your skills through inclusive, coursework-based assessments – with no written exams.Sharpen your editorial and publishing expertise by contributing to INK, our student-led creative writing journal, where you’ll gain hands-on experience in editing, project management and publication. Studying English and Creative Writing broadens your horizons while giving you the skills needed to excel in the contemporary world.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Literature, History and Visual Cultures
Imagining the Past
Gods, Monsters and Heroes: Myths and Legends in Literature
Rewritings: Contemporary Literature and its Histories
The Craft of Writing II: Poetry and Drama
The Craft of Writing I: Prose Fiction & Non-Fiction
Romanticism

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Creative Writing British Studies View 283 other Bachelors in Creative Writing in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

UCAS tariff:32 - 48

Don’t have 32-48 UCAS tariff points? We will consider ‘non-standard’ applications on a case-by-case basis.

A levels: Typical offer 32 points from a minimum of two A levels.

18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: PPP Refer to tutor, however BTEC are usually only considered with another qualification ie A level.

International Baccalaureate: 24 overall

All Access courses: Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (e.g. Preferably English, humanities or combined), including GCSE English and Mathematics grade C/4 or above or equivalent.

GCSE English: Grade C/4 or above, if your grade is lower then please refer to the institution for further advice.

We are looking for applicants with good potential including with non-standard qualifications and background, so will consider every application on a case by case basis.

We welcome applicants with international qualifications.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18150 GBP / year

≈ 18150 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

5760 GBP / year

≈ 5760 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part time (Home) - £480 per 10 credits.

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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