English Language and Creative Writing (Study Abroad) (Hons) Lancaster University

Overview

At the same time, in the English Language and Creative Writing (Study Abroad) (Hons) degree at Lancaster University you will discover how the language you are writing in works, by exploring the kaleidoscope of English variation – its regional dialects, storytellers and ways of looking at the world – with our global leaders. You will graduate not only as a skilled writer but also as someone who understands English at a deep level as well as what they themselves are doing with the language.

Careers

A degree in English Language and Creative Writing equips you with both creative and analytical expertise. You graduate with advanced skills in drafting and editing, data analysis, evaluating evidence, persuasive argumentation and communicating complex ideas with clarity and impact.

Our graduates have gone on to publish their own stories, novels, videogames, graphic novels and poems with major publishers, and have had their scripts produced in national festivals and broadcast on national radio.

Many pursue careers in publishing, journalism and arts management, or work as editors, copywriters and librarians. Others become marketing professionals in large corporations and small businesses, journalists for national outlets and local newspapers, or teachers from primary level to university level.

Graduates also move into roles such as:

• Game-writer
• PR and communication specialist
• Speech and language therapist
• Lexicographer
• Television and media professional