BA English Literature with Creative Writing
About this course
BA (Hons) in BA (Hons) English Literature with Creative Writing, an English degree uniting the academic study of literature with practical creative writing. Students complete a dissertation or extended creative writing project in the final stage.
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Entry requirements
See our general University entry requirements for information on flexible entry, mature students and alternative qualifications. UK Offers: The standard entry requirements are: A-level: BBB-BBC, IB : 31-32, or equivalent qualifications. Applicants with BTEC qualifications are welcome to apply, including if you have a mix of BTEC and A levels. Equivalent A-level grades are also accepted (for example BBD equivalent to BCC) Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in a slightly lower A-level grade offer. Applicants must also have GCSE English and Maths at Grade C / Grade 4, or above (or equivalent). If English is not your first language you will also need an IELTS score of 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each component).
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 92%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 68%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 10%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 40%
- South East: 30%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- No formal qualifications: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA English Literature with Creative Writing at University of Buckingham earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £40,000. The £31,500 median after five years is £2,500 more than the UK median for English studies.
What do graduates of BA English Literature with Creative Writing at University of Buckingham do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA English Literature with Creative Writing at University of Buckingham?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BA English Literature with Creative Writing at University of Buckingham?
The typical offer is BBC at A level.
How many students continue on BA English Literature with Creative Writing at University of Buckingham?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.