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English and Creative Writing - BA (Hons)

University of Sussex

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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


94% of our research overall in English Language and Literature was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)


Top 100 in the world for English Language and Literature (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)


About the course

We live in challenging and exciting times – there’s more need than ever to learn from the past and forge imaginative new visions of the future. With our rich tradition of critical excellence and radical creative practice, Sussex is a perfect place to combine English and Creative Writing. On this course, you’ll explore the powerful, complex and even weird world of literature and of writing in its broadest scope. Reading classic books as well as diverse new texts, you’ll:- understand how critical thinking and careful reading are powerful and necessary in our changing world- experience teaching and research that link creativity with criticism, and literature with politics- situate English literary traditions within global and historical contexts, understanding how English functions within and across cultures- push boundaries of creative expression through intellectual rigour and historical acuity.You’ll be taught by engaged and passionate teachers and researchers who will guide you through each year of your degree.You’ll join a vibrant and welcoming intellectual community with links to the worlds of media, literature, publication, education and beyond – gaining valuable skills to equip you for life after university. When you graduate, you’ll have the critical thinking and practical creative skills to make a valuable contribution to society.


About Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.


Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 23,500per year

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University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    36th

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Falmer, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

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At Sussex, fresh thinking and international perspectives fuel teaching that matters, helping you thrive in careers anywhere in the world.
A diverse, supportive and inclusive community: at Sussex, you can explore, question and develop as an individual and meet people who will inspire you.
Sussex’s world-leading research underpins your education, meaning that what you learn is at the cutting edge of current knowledge.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    26th out of 89 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    123 59%

    33rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    19th

    25

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 80%

    49th

    19

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