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English and Creative Writing - BA (Hons)

Leeds Beckett University

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Leeds Beckett University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Leeds Beckett University-City Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


Let your imagination take flight and develop your own creative voice. You’ll produce short stories, autobiographical writing, poetry and script.

As part of this course, you’ll:- Examine literatures past and present, and from around the world- Be taught by award-winning writers- Have the chance to work on an extended creative writing project as you collaborate with your peers to produce an anthology and plan a related launch event- Explore a range of literary and writing contexts to develop the ability to respond creatively to the world around you- Join a vibrant creative community of students and lecturers with connections to literary festivals and events in the region- Get the chance to work with our range of industry professionals in the city and beyond


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We’ll nurture your passion by developing your creative and critical thinking. You’ll benefit from:- Inspired teaching and intellectual debate- Interaction with award-winning authors and playwrights- A rolling programme of media industry professionals, published lecturers and world-renowned researchers


Study in a cultural centre

Leeds is the Northern heart of culture and the arts. Your campus sits in the very centre of the city, surrounded by museums, art galleries, theatres, film production companies and recording studios. We work directly with Leeds museums and galleries and many regional events, including Leeds Lit Fest, poetry performance events and the Leeds West Indian Carnival.


Our links with industry

Our location has enabled us to develop relationships with employers and cultural industries in the city and across the region. Former students have completed placements in the editorial team at Hallmark Studios, with the Yorkshire Food Guide and with Peepal Tree Press, an internationally renowned publisher based in the city.


Building your future potential

As a student in the School of Humanities & Social Sciences, you’ll be encouraged to think about your future career right from the start of your learning journey. Information and advice about relevant future career options will be built into the first year of your degree. During your second and third years of study, you’ll be able to choose modules with live brief learning challenges (real life projects designed by employers) and work placement opportunities.


Why study the English & Creative Writing course at Leeds Beckett University?

- Develop your creative practice- Applied Humanities practical module option- Work with award-winning practising writers and active researchers- Strong and meaningful partnerships with industry and community organisations

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 16,840per 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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QUALIFICATION TYPE

UCAS Points

UCAS Points : 104 - 112

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University information

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

  • University League Table

    86th

  • Campus address

    City Campus, Leeds Beckett University - City Campus, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3HE, United Kingdom

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LBU is a global university, with alumni in 166 countries worldwide and a thriving Global Village network which welcomes and supports its students.
LBU is based in Leeds, at the heart of the UK. With over 70,000 students from across the world, Leeds is one of the UK’s most student-friendly cities.
Leeds Beckett celebrates the diversity international students bring and offers a range of scholarships to support all eligible students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    88th out of 89 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    98 47%

    81st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    49.0 49%

    83rd

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.37 84%

    16th

    9

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