BA (Hons)
Creative Writing
Courses on this page: Creative Writing and Drama (WW48),
Creative Writing and English (WQ83),
Creative Writing (W800),
Creative Writing and Film Studies (WW86 )
BA (Hons), BA
Modes of Study: Three years full time
UCAS Code: WW48
Introduction
Throughout history and in all cultures, people have got together to watch others act out stories. Why do we do that? Because we know, somewhere deep down, that stories are very important to us. They help us to learn, to understand and to question.
If you have a love of both theatre and writing, this degree will enable you to acquire a grasp of everything it takes to become a playwright, poet, short story writer, screenwriter, actor, stage manager, producer and director and you will be able to specialise as the degree progresses.
But this joint honours degree is not just about acting or writing, it develops your ability to communicate, team work, confidence, risk taking, imagination, self-knowledge, and your organisational skills. These are personal attributes that any employer would value.
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Faculty contact details.
Please contact the Faculty of Media, Arts and Social Science on:
tel: 0151 231 5175
fax: 0151 231 5099
email: massadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk
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BA (Hons), BA
Modes of Study: Three years full time
UCAS Code: WQ83
Introduction
Did the novels, plays and poetry that you studied for A Level only whet your appetite for more reading? Are you fascinated by the ways that literary texts can both reflect and influence the cultures that produce them? And do you want to go further and write your own novel or poems, short stories or screenplays?
This innovative degree allows you to explore the role of literature in society by analyzing literatures in English from 'the classics' to popular fiction, encountering forgotten and contemporary writers as well as past 'greats'. You will analyse poems, prose and plays to heighten your awareness of the craftsmanship required to become a published poet, novelist or screenwriter. You will acquire an understanding of all forms of creative writing, gradually specialising in one of the major forms, being taught by published writers and having your writing work-shopped in the industry-celebrated workshop model. You will leave university with knowledge of a range of writing in English, a portfolio of original work and a thorough understanding of what it takes to be a professional writer.
All staff are engaged in research and publication, and as this experience feeds directly into teaching, you will engage with the latest scholarly ideas, guided by people as inspired by literature as you are. You will enjoy a feast of visiting writers and will attend lectures, seminars, peer presentations, film-screenings, as well as the crucial writing workshops.
Our graduates' excellent analytic, communication and creative skills have ensured them positions in a wide variety of careers, including publishing, advertising, journalism and teaching.
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Faculty contact details.
Please contact the Faculty of Media, Arts and Social Science on:
tel: 0151 231 5175
fax: 0151 231 5099
email: massadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk
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BA (Hons), BA
Modes of Study: Three years full time
UCAS Code: W800
Introduction
Do you write? Have you ever considered a degree course which is aimed at developing writing talent? If you think of yourself as a writer, or as someone who would like to become a writer and if you are considering studying for a degree, then this course may be of interest to you. There are certain common themes which run through the creative development of many writers, for example, intense practice in technique, experimentation with different forms, and extensive reading of literature. There are other factors:
- the development of the habit of regular writing and reflection.
- the use of skills of observation and the special stimulus gained from inspirational surroundings.
- interaction with a community of published and performing writers, both on the staff and visiting speakers.
Perhaps most important of all is the company of your peers; other writers who can inspire, encourage, share success and disappointment and offer constructive criticism. Creative Writing is designed to offer all of these.
The programme is taught by practising writers and offers students study in all their chosen genre as the degree progresses.
The degree is suitable for a number of careers such as journalism, teaching, publishing and the book trade, broadcasting and postgraduate study. For those intent on pursuing their writing in the future, this route offers an ideal foundation in technical skills.
Many graduates have gone on to have work published or performed. The skills offered by the degree provide an ideal foundation to secure regular employment and in the final year students can take an option to develop their freelancing skills.
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Faculty contact details.
Please contact the Faculty of Media, Arts and Social Science on:
tel: 0151 231 5175
fax: 0151 231 5099
email: massadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk
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BA (Hons), BA
Modes of Study: Three years full time
UCAS Code: WW86
Introduction
If you are interested in one of the world's most popular and challenging art forms, the Creative Writing and Film Studies degree at LJMU offers in-depth study of American, European and World cinema from both historical and theoretical perspectives as well as an introduction to the narrative techniques of all major forms of Creative Writing.
As the degree progresses, you will be able to specialise in Screenwriting and will produce scripts for short films and longer dramas as well as learning to write treatments and pitch your ideas to a professional standard. We also teach the history and practice of film criticism and interpretation. While our emphasis is on the academic study of film, you will also be able to work with industry-standard cameras and editing software to create an impressive portfolio of your own.
In addition to formally taught courses, we provide opportunities for work-based learning as well as encouraging independent research in almost any area of Film Studies and in your final year you will be able to undertake an option in freelance writing and/or production.
The academic staff are active researchers and practising writers who publish new material regularly while the production staff are experienced industry practitioners. You will also be exposed to a visiting writer programme.
''Film is an art form to be appreciated, enjoyed and understood - and a hugely powerful commercial tool, helping to power our creative economy and bucking financial trends.'' (UK Film Council, November 2009)
Creative Writing and Film Studies graduates have gone on to work in the film and television industries as writers, directors, researchers and actors. Others have gone on to pursue postgraduate study at MA and PhD level or have become teachers, journalists and editors.
This is an overview of the course, for full course details / printer friendly version please click here
Faculty contact details.
Please contact the Faculty of Media, Arts and Social Science on:
tel: 0151 231 5175
fax: 0151 231 5099
email: massadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk
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Further information
If you have any queries relating to other courses at LJMU please contact:
Course Enquiries
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