Creative Writing, BA (Hons)

Brunel's BA in Creative Writing is designed to cultivate creativity, initiative, and originality in the design, production, and analysis of various writing forms. Taught by renowned experts, including author Will Self and poet Benjamin Zephaniah, who have published over 80 books and won numerous awards, the program covers genres such as fiction, drama, poetry, and world literature in the first year. Students engage in interactive writing from the outset, providing feedback to peers, and later choose electives like journalism and screenwriting, culminating in specialization and career-focused modules.The course benefits from its London location, with trips to sites like the British Library and Shakespeare's Globe, and features guest lectures from industry professionals. It can be completed full-time over three years, with an optional placement year for hands-on experience in publishing or film, or part-time over six years. Opportunities include publishing an annual anthology and participating in performances, equipping graduates for creative industry careers.

Sample Modules: Writer's Toolkit, Genre Fiction, Life Writing, Post-Colonial Writing, Screenwriting, Poetry. To view the full list of modules for this course and further information on degree content, please visit the Brunel website: brunel.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/Creative-Writing-BA