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Creative Writing

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2026-2027
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94% of our research overall in English Language and Literature was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)

Top 100 in the world for English Language and Literature (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)

About the course

The world is strange, surprising and full of wonder. It is also in crisis: from climate change to social justice, imaginative minds and committed voices are needed to articulate this reality, and to forge spaces of consolation, repair or escape.

On this course, you’ll explore the powerful, complex and even weird world of literature and of writing in its broadest scope. What do you want to write? Modernist poem? Epic fantasy novel? Interactive ghost story? Sitcom screenplay? Compelling journalism? Wherever your interests lie, this BA is designed to help you develop your own ambitious projects, whatever the form, genre or theme. You will:

  • explore the fundamentals of creative writing

  • develop the powers of your imagination and your technical skills

  • complete your creative portfolio, a longer writing project supported by one-to-one advice

  • take electives from other subjects – from business to law and modern languages – to open your mind to other disciplines and tailor your degree to your interests.

This course is for you if you’d like to:

  • expand your capacities as a creator and communicator

  • see the world around you in new ways

  • articulate your critical insights in imaginative and creative writing, in any medium.

When you graduate, you’ll have the critical thinking and practical creative skills to make a valuable contribution to society.

About Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

Ways to study this course

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  • Main Site

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Application codes

Course code:
Q30W
Institution code:
S90

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Application codes

Course code:
Q30W
Institution code:
S90

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Date range:
2022-2024

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  3. CCC
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