Creative and Professional Writing

About this programme

Please note that applications have been paused for 2026/27. You may be interested in our BA English Literature instead. Explore yourself and your imagination with our hands-on Creative and Professional Writing degree. You will fine-tune your craft, work collaboratively, and learn how to write and edit in an encouraging seminar and workshop environment. You will focus on contemporary writers and writing to understand the latest developments in the literary and social media worlds. You will cover: You decide what you write about – follow your own passion for words. We welcome and encourage you no matter your background, interests, style, or genre. Our campus is located in the leafy London borough of Richmond-upon-Thames, so you’ll have access to the capital’s diverse literature scene and world-renowned libraries. You can visit places like: You'll also get a trip to the London Book Fair, where you'll be able to meet people in the industry and learn more about upcoming trends. This team supports your personal, professional, and academic growth from the day you arrive. Our student, Jenny, notes how she "gets to be in an environment that helps [her] develop as a writer as well as meeting new people who enjoy stories and writing as much as [she does]." Read Jenny's full story . Dr Anthony McGowan renowned author of more than 40 children’s and young adult books. His novel Lark won the Carnegie Medal for Writing, one of the most prestigious awards for children’s fiction in the world. Dr Russell Schechter, Course Leader for Creative Writing and a World Fantasy Award-nominate