Course Overview

This degree offers a stimulating and wide-ranging introduction to English literature and creative writing. You’ll have the opportunity to study and interpret literature from different historical periods and diverse cultural settings – including translations – and to develop your writing skills in several genres including fiction; poetry; life writing; and scriptwriting for film, radio, and stage. The emphasis is very much on practice through guided activities to develop a habit for writing which will involve producing several pieces of creative writing in the forms studied.

• Learn how to analyze a wide range of texts including fiction, poetry, and drama

• Develop and reflect on your own writing and editorial practice in several genres

• Learn the skills of complex argument and critical commentary, which are highly valued in the workplace

• Introduces the world of publishing and the requirements of professional presentation 

General Eligibility

There are no formal entry requirements to study this qualification.

Part Time Work Details

In a distance learning course, there are typically no strict regulations regarding part-time employment, providing students with the flexibility to pursue work opportunities while studying remotely. This autonomy allows individuals to manage their schedules and balance professional commitments with their educational pursuits.

Language Requirement

• This subject has no language prerequisite