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BA ( Hons ) English and Creative Writing
UCAS code QW38
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB – BBC . BTEC : DDM – DMM , acceptable when combined with other qualifications . Must be with an English qualification . Tariff points : 112 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent , including 32 points from A level English . Applicants without relevant qualifications will be requested to provide a portfolio to support their application .
What ' s this course about ?
Take your love of literature to a higher level and refine your writing skills with academic rigour . Explore literature through an academic lens in theory and in practice , enhancing your understanding of each through participation in the other . You ' ll learn to analyse literature as a critic , historian and linguist , and from the perspective of future creators , storytellers , playwrights and poets – all of which will transform your writing skills . Develop techniques for producing short stories , poetry and plays , and learn to dissect , critique and perform your own writing .
Example placements
● Digital content creator at a major retailer
● Trainee editorial assistant at The London Magazine
● Content writer for a music promotion company
Example topics
● Telling tales
● True stories
● Tips , tricks , techniques
● Speculative fiction
● Fan fiction
● Literary prizes and public acclaim
Course highlights
● Take part in Portsmouth ' s annual Comic Con for the latest developments in creative writing and literature , popular culture , fan communities and technology
● Build your writing portfolio by contributing to our course blog The Eldon Review and our local news zine Star & Crescent
● Contribute to cultural preservation projects with staff members , such as the Portsmouth Literary Map and the Writing Literary Portsmouth blog
● Learn from experts in both creative writing and English literature
● Gain valuable professional experience by taking an optional placement
‘ I chose to study at Portsmouth as it ' s close to the seaside , has passionate teachers and modern facilities . ’
Alannah White
● Spend a year or a semester studying abroad to discover another culture and way of learning
Future opportunities
You ’ ll graduate with outstanding writing and speaking skills , as well as proofreading and grammar proficiency . You ’ ll open up professional career paths and postgraduate routes eager for writing and literary expertise , including editing and publishing , teaching and broadcasting .
English and Creative Writing
English and Creative Writing
BA ( Hons ) Creative Writing
UCAS code WW80
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB – BBC . BTEC : DDM – DMM . T level : M , must be in a relevant course . Tariff points : 112 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent . Applicants without relevant qualifications will be requested to provide a portfolio to support their application .
What ' s this course about ?
Charles Dickens was born here , Sherlock Holmes was created here , H . G . Wells travelled here in his ‘ time machine ’. If there could be an ideal birthplace for your creative writing career , let it be Portsmouth . Every lecture , seminar and event will inspire you to develop your writing voice across various media , from stories and poetry to plays and screenplays . Learn about the theory behind the art of writing and discover the history of storytelling and narrative .
Example placements
● Digital content creator for a major retailer
● Trainee editorial assistant at The London Magazine
● Content writer for a music promotion company
Example topics
● Telling tales
● Fan fiction
● Writing for the film and TV industries
● Travel writing
● Playwriting and text for performance
● Press and public relations
Course highlights
● Take part in Portsmouth ’ s annual Comic Con for the latest developments in creative writing and literature , popular culture , fan communities and technology
● Build your writing portfolio by contributing to our course blog The Eldon Review , local news zine Star & Crescent and our Students ' Union newspaper , The Galleon
● Collaborate with staff on innovative research projects to enhance your own practice
● Get insight into the current writing scene by attending guest lectures from industry professionals such as Andy McNab , Francesca Beard and Suzi Feay
● Gain valuable professional experience by taking an optional placement
‘ I love my course ! Especially because of the creative freedom . My lecturers are all so diverse in terms of writing ability and it helps me challenge myself out of my comfort zone . I got an article published in Portsmouth ’ s Star & Crescent . I got the opportunity through my lecturer and I feel so proud to have achieved that . ’
Jessica De Lord
● Spend a year or a semester studying abroad to discover another culture and way of learning
Future opportunities
By the end of the course , you ’ ll have the versatile writing skills to take you to any career destination within creative and communication fields . You can also continue your studies at postgraduate level and venture into research .
BA ( Hons ) English Language and Linguistics
UCAS code QQ31
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB – BBC . BTEC : Acceptable when combined with other qualifications . Must be with an English qualification . Tariff points : 112 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent , to include English Language or Literature .
Optional pathways Interested in pairing English Language and Linguistics with English Literature ? Expand your degree with an optional pathway into another subject . It ' ll lead to this award at the end of the course :
● BA ( Hons ) English Language and Linguistics with Literature
Humanities pathways available , see page 55 for more information
What ' s this course about ?
Immerse yourself in the nature of spoken and written language , and how it ' s used in everything from digital communication to forensic investigation . You ' ll study how language works , including the relationships between language , the mind and society , and how language varies through time , place , culture and identity . You ' ll explore the different ways people use language and what they use it for . Discover methods for analysing spoken and written language , how we learn language and how we teach it .
Example placements
● 7 Stars ( media company )
● HMY ( translation and teaching English in France )
● Teaching English in Japan
Example topics
● How language works
● Language , society and mind
● Analysing media discourse
● Language and social media
● English in the world
● The language of literature
Course highlights
● Discover how the use of language affects perceptions of important contemporary issues , such as gender , sexuality , education and globalisation
● Learn the linguistic skills to spot how language persuades and prejudices
● Tailor your degree to suit your career ambitions
● Learn from expert researchers in language and gender , English as a transnational language , language of mental health , the relationship between gender and media
● Build skills in ‘ corpus linguistics ’ analysis – essential skills in a world where working with ' big data ' is here to stay
‘ To find something I ’ m so interested in has made me happier and more determined to do well in all parts of my life . I think that ’ s due to the vast amount of topics taught by lecturers that are so dedicated . There is such a supportive environment . ’
Eloise Peters
Future opportunities
You ’ ll graduate with specialist expertise in language and linguistics , plus soughtafter skills including communication , creativity and critical thinking . You could apply for jobs in writing , editing or publishing or go on to postgraduate study , in areas such as speech therapy , communication studies , law and marketing .
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For opportunities to study or work abroad , see page 22 for details
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