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The BA in English & Creative Writing at Strathclyde University merges literary study with hands-on creative writing training. As an English student, you'll explore both timeless classics and contemporary works, examining diverse texts while engaging with themes like identity, race, gender, and human nature. You'll collaborate with accomplished, published authors to refine your craft, honing techniques in character development, narrative structure, and genre alongside fellow aspiring writers. Beyond improving your writing, you'll enhance presentation, communication, and analytical skills. Graduates often pursue writing careers—from fiction to journalism—or enter fields like publishing, advertising, PR, and education. Career Paths Our alumni have excelled in various professions, including publishing, civil service, marketing, journalism, creative writing, and teaching. Employers highly prize our graduates' articulate expression and critical thinking abilities.