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Creative and Professional Writing - BA (Hons)

St Mary's University, Twickenham

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


Tell stories that matter to you with our vibrant Creative and Professional Writing degree

Explore yourself and your imagination with our hands-on Creative and Professional Writing degree. You will fine-tune your craft, work collaboratively, and learn how to write and edit in an encouraging seminar and workshop environment.You will focus on contemporary writers and writing to understand the latest developments in the literary and social media worlds. You will cover:- the ins-and-outs of the publishing business- writing young adult and children’s fiction- how to write a book proposal- writing song lyrics- how to write short fiction- screenwriting and the film industry- journalism and interviewing skills.You decide what you write about – follow your own passion for words. We welcome and encourage you no matter your background, interests, style, or genre.


Learn in the capital

Our campus is located in the leafy London borough of Richmond-upon-Thames, so you’ll have access to the capital’s diverse literature scene and world-renowned libraries. You can visit places like:- The British Library- Shakespeare’s Globe- The Sherlock Holmes Museum- The George Inn- Charles Dickens Museum.You'll also get a trip to the London Book Fair, where you'll be able to meet people in the industry and learn more about upcoming trends.


Expert teaching and support

Our BA Creative and Professional Writing lecturers are:- fantasy and genre writing specialists- experts on popular music- young adult novelists- professional journalists- working scriptwriters.This team supports your personal, professional, and academic growth from the day you arrive.


Hear from our students

Jenny, Creative and Professional Writing student - "I get to be in an environment that helps me develop as a writer as well as meeting new people who enjoy stories and writing as much as I do."


Creative and Professional Writing teaching staff includes:

Dr Russell Schechter, Course Leader for Creative Writing and a World Fantasy Award-nominated novelist. He has been awarded the title of St Mary’s University Champion of Student Experience by a vote of students.


Why St Mary’s?

You will gain skills and support to make a positive impact – for yourself and for others – through high-quality teaching, real-world experience, and a community that lifts each other up. Our campus is a London oasis – blending city energy with open green spaces to think, connect, and grow.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 17,445per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

St Mary's University, Twickenham

St Mary's University, Twickenham

  • University League Table

    79th

  • Campus address

    St Mary's University, Twickenham, Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, Hounslow, TW1 4SX, United Kingdom

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Best of both worlds. A stunning green campus in a town setting, just a short train journey from Central London – one of the greatest cities in the world.
Alongside historic buildings are modern facilities that include sports science labs, TV studio, acting studios and Olympic-standard sports facilities.
Scholarships are available for international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Communication & Media Studies

    65th out of 92 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    111 56%

    58th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    45th

    28

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    80th

    13

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