Creative Writing and English - BA (Hons)

University of Hull

Want to study in a place that’s been called the UK’s ''most poetic city''? You’ve found it. Hull has inspired literary luminaries such as Philip Larkin, J.R.R. Tolkien, Winifred Holtby, Tom Paulin, Stevie Smith, and many more.Experience stimulating conversations with published experts, lively meetings with like-minded English Society members, and breathtaking, writers-block-banishing views from our seven-storey library. You'll hone your writing skills on real-world projects, studying medieval to contemporary global literature in our vibrant, buzzing faculty.On this course, you’ll develop creative thinking skills and the ability to express them effectively, leading to a broad range of career opportunities.**How we rank*** 100% of students in work or further study 18 months after graduating Creative Writing. (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2026)* Joint 1st in the UK for Student Satisfaction Creative Writing. (The Complete University Guide, 2027)* 1st in the UK for Teaching Quality Creative Writing. (The Times Good University Guide, 2027)**Why study at Hull?*** 1 million books on your shelf: Access an incredible trove of materials in our seven-storey library, home to over one million books and extensive digital resources.* Publish your work on and off the page: Join our student-led English Society, perform your work at HUWrites, and publish with our in-house magazines, Document 1 and Hull Scribbler.* Literary heritage all around you: Study in England's most poetic city, with connections to writers including Philip Larkin, J.R.R. Tolkien and Winifred Holtby.**Where could this take you?**Poets Douglas Dunn and Roger McGough are just some of the University of Hull’s notable alumni. But a literary career is not the only route available to Creative Writing and English graduates.Creative thinking is a highly rated skill in today’s job market. Our graduates have gone on to work for public and private sector organisations like East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Sainsbury, Marks and Spencer, the Ministry of Justice, and more.

Faculty of Arts, Social Sciences and Education