What will I learn?
If you are interested in enhancing, broadening, and developing your voice and want to explore, discover and immerse yourself in the words that have shaped our world, then a degree in Creative Writing and Modern Languages at Aberystwyth University might be for you. Our cross-disciplinary degree will introduce you to an ever-expanding industry, providing you with a promising and advantageous start after graduation.You can learn the craft of writing poetry, fiction, non-fiction, screenplays and more, in addition to weekly language classes that where you will see your linguistic competencies flourish. You will also develop the critical and analytical skills necessary for a career in a broad array of creative industries. Under the expert guidance of a team of award-winning writers, you will discover hidden talents and find out what sort of writer you are. On completion of this degree you will have not only a portfolio of exceptional creative material, but also the skills and attributes to flourish in any workplace that demands dexterity with the written word.**Why study Creative Writing and Modern Languages at Aberystwyth University?**- The combination of Creative Writing and Modern Languages offers a broad curriculum that crosses the traditional boundaries of genre, form, function, culture, linguistics, film and literature. As a student of the Department of Modern Languages and the Department of English and Creative Writing, you will study in a flourishing creative scene with a long and successful history as the spring for aspiring new talent.- The Department of English and Creative Writing offers a broad range of modules that enables you to explore the connections between creative and critical thinking and develop a deep understanding of the relationship between professional practice and imaginative thought.- You can study your choice of languages from beginners' or advanced level - choose from French, German, Spanish and Italian. Beginners will follow an intensive course in the first year.- You will receive four hours of linguistic and grammar classes per week. The Department of Modern Languages is a relatively small and close-knit department, which means that you will benefit from our unique approach to language development. All of our language tutors are native speakers or experts in the relevant target language.- Your year abroad will be spent in a country related to your chosen language. You can choose to study at one of our partnered universities, undertake a paid or unpaid work placement, or a combination of the two.Career paths include writing Fiction, Non-fiction, Poetry, Screen-writing and writing for Radio and Theatre. Other options may include Publishing, Editing, Journalism, Marketing and Communications, and Teaching.
