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English Literature and Creative Writing (BA)

Warwick Writing Programme students on the steps in the Faculty of Arts Building (FAB).

Study English Literature and Creative Writing with the Warwick Writing Programme

Turn your love of writing into a life of writing.

If you join the Warwick Writing Programme, you'll be welcomed into our world of creativity, where emerging writers are invited to become part of our ongoing adventure. You’ll work alongside academics of character who are as committed to writing as you are. Their experience and expertise will inspire you to develop your own skills, and you’ll be taught how to broaden your thinking and ideas, and how to hone your practice as a writer.

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1st

In the UK for Creative Writing - The Times Good University Guide 2023

91.7%

Overall student satisfaction in National Student Survey (NSS 2022)

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English Literature and Creative Writing

Through the English Literature and Creative Writing degree, you will explore the past and present of literature, analyse why things are the way they are, and collectively imagine how you might enact change.

“The Warwick Writing Programme’s sense of community between fellow writers provides such a welcoming and supportive platform for both students and staff. I’ve met some of my closest friends through the WWP, and developed my poetry and fantasy writing with the support of my peers.

Being in the WWP undoubtedly strengthened me as a writer and opened my eyes to the possibilities of what I can achieve. “

Bella Hopper, Third year, English Literature and Creative Writing student


English Literature and Creative Writing modules

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Careers and professional development

You’ll develop a range of transferable skills allowing you to become talented writers, who are highly employable across a variety of sectors. See the range of careers our graduates have gone on to pursue.

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Warwick Thursdays

We invite authors, agents, editors, book tubers, alumni and more to offer their insight, potentially shining a light on careers that are of interest.

Be inspired by the experience and expertise of professionals. It's a great way to help broaden your thinking and ideas as a writer.

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As part of a group of disciplines housed in a custom-built building, our School gives you easy access to industry-standard facilities and a fluidity of interaction and thinking between those disciplines.

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