Literature and Languages
Undergraduate Applicants
Creative Writing
The discipline, focus and practice of creative writing can take us towards a different kind of critical understanding than when we are reading work by other writers. This is why it plays a valued part in the Stirling Englisth Studies degree, even in classes that are primarily critical and analytical. Full-scale modules in creative writing are also available and these engage with various modes such as the short story, different genres of prose fiction, scripts and poetry, as well as the production of personal reflections, feature articles and travel writing. Equally valuable will be instruction on how to structure, revise, present and publish your work, as well as exercises in ‘creative thinking’ that help you listen to and trust your own imaginative insights.
Since the foundation of the University, English Studies has always offered students the opportunity to submit a final-year dissertation in creative writing, and over the years this has been a route taken by many undergraduates, some of whom have gone on to take masters degrees in this field or indeed to become established authors and teachers in their turn.
Modules focusing especially on creative writing are listed below:
| Module Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Writing Poetry | |
| Creative Writing |
Be sure to check the listing of Current Modules to see when these modules will next run.