Creative Writing and English Literature (Hons) Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The Creative Writing and English Literature (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University offers a comprehensive exploration of the written word through both creative practice and critical theory. This combined honours programme splits your time equally between developing your own authorial voice and analysing significant literary works from diverse historical periods. You will engage with a vibrant curriculum that spans fiction, poetry, scriptwriting, and non-fiction while investigating themes of power, identity, and sustainability.

Why Creative Writing and English Literature (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University?

Studying in Liverpool provides access to a city renowned for its rich literary heritage and storytelling culture. The university maintains strong links with local organisations, such as The Reader Organisation, and offers students the unique opportunity to work with rare books and manuscripts within the university's special collections. The teaching staff consists of internationally recognised researchers and published authors, ensuring that the curriculum is informed by world-leading expertise. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework, the department's research outputs were highly commended for their international excellence.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 15225 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to balance creative production with academic rigour, covering a broad range of forms and historical contexts. Modules may include:

• Poetry
• Prose
• Script and Screenwriting
• Professional Writing
• Creative Nonfiction
• Media Writing
• Drama
• Autobiography
• Travel Writing

Careers with Creative Writing and English Literature (Hons)

Graduates are equipped with advanced analytical, critical, and communication skills that are highly valued across the creative and professional sectors. The programme prepares students for diverse career paths in publishing, journalism, and marketing. Additionally, the degree provides a strong foundation for those wishing to pursue roles in teaching, digital media, or the broader creative industries. Many students also choose to continue their academic journey through further postgraduate study in specialised literary or creative fields.