BA (Hons) in Creative Writing and English Literature in London United Kingdom | London Metropolitan University

Pursue a degree that blends academic theory with cultivating your unique creative expression as a writer. Guided by accomplished poets and novelists, our Creative Writing and English Literature BA enhances your literary comprehension by exploring historical and contemporary genres across national and global perspectives. Graduates find opportunities in diverse fields including publishing, arts, education, communications, and business sectors.

To glimpse the creative work you'll engage with, explore Anthology IV - a compilation of short-form student writings produced and published by current course participants.

Throughout this undergraduate program, you will:

examine London's literary and publishing scene within local, national, and international frameworks
explore the ethical, political, and environmental contexts shaping writers' work
analyze modern and contemporary novels, poetry collections, and dramatic works
develop an extended creative piece
collaborate with peers across disciplines
learn from published authors and publishing experts
network with industry professionals
access exceptional digital research tools
join an institution dedicated to education's transformative potential through dialogue.


This dual-degree program in Creative Writing and English Literature offers aspiring writers comprehensive preparation. Whether your ambition involves performance poetry, literary adaptation, philosophical literary analysis, or publishing industry knowledge, our diverse curriculum supports these aspirations.

The English literature component examines all principal genres - poetry, drama, and prose - tracing their historical evolution. You'll investigate significant movements like Romanticism and Modernism, with options to specialize in areas such as children's literature or London's literary heritage.