BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing and History in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Strathclyde

What makes this course specialOur English & Creative Writing program takes a fresh, contemporary approach, providing a thorough foundation in English literature to inspire your creative endeavors. We focus on equipping you with diverse skills for career advancement, including critical analysis and interpretation of texts. While covering traditional elements like poetry, novels, and drama (for stage, screen, and radio) typical of an English and Creative Writing degree, Strathclyde uniquely integrates creative writing techniques into literary analysis. Exploring history - humanity's journey through time - enhances your grasp of the past while deepening your insight into modern society. You'll gain valuable expertise in problem-solving, communication, research methodologies, and analytical thinking throughout your studies. Our curriculum examines fascinating historical eras both locally and globally, from 16th-century Scotland's 'Highland Problem' to global slavery and Cold War Europe (1945-1991). Our Humanities & Social Sciences BA programs begin with a broad foundation, allowing you to study three subjects in Year 1, including your chosen discipline(s).