Creative Writing, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Experiment with all forms of writing to find your passion and develop your writing voice. On this Creative Writing degree you’ll explore non-fiction, poetry, fiction, children’s literature and writing for digital games – learning to draft, edit and pitch your creations. By working on literary, community and industry-engaged projects, a final portfolio and an online profile, you’ll also develop industry-level confidence and outstanding creative work. You’ll flourish as a writer, surrounded by inspirational staff and beautiful natural spacesYou will:Produce illustrated anthologies, organise mini-festivals or work with a business as part of your third year collaborative projectAttend our guest lecture series, where you’ll have the chance to build contacts within all facets of the literary worldHave the opportunity to attend and participate in literary events such as Falmouth Book Festival and the North Cornwall Book FestivalTake inspiration from The Lighthouse – the glorious workspace at the heart of our community – which hosts everything from skills and craft workshops to board game sessions, literary quizzes and poetry readingsUse the stunning natural surroundings as inspiration for the writing processContribute to a vibrant, thriving writing community through FalWriting, our student-led online magazine, or by reading your work at our literary evenings