Creative Writing, BA (Hons)

Join our dedicated and diverse writing community within a vibrant arts university to explore and refine your creative skills. This three-year degree programme is stimulating, experimental, and industry-oriented, supporting you through enthusiastic lecturers and professionals to develop your unique voice in prose, poetry, script, and beyond. You'll build a strong portfolio via contemporary approaches, critical thinking, and real-world collaborations across arts disciplines, such as visual communication and music. Engage with Leeds' lively literary scenes through events like open mic nights and festivals, while gaining career insights, feedback from industry experts, and opportunities for awards and networking.The programme progresses through structured years: Year one focuses on collaborative workshops to enhance critical vocabulary and technical skills in drafting and editing. Year two builds your writing direction with tutorials, masterclasses, and outward-facing projects, including software use and mentoring. Year three allows you to complete a major original project that reflects your personal philosophy and professional aspirations.