At The University of Hull studying the BA Creative Writing and English (Hons) students are enhanced by the Larkin Centre, which attracts internationally renowned visiting authors, as well as new talent. Creative Writing at Hull - ranked second in the North of England for graduate prospects by The Times University Guide 2015 - is taught across a wide range of genres by published poets, novelists and biographers.

This three-year programme will develop your confidence in writing by moving from the development of core skills to self-directed longer pieces of writing while experimenting in different genres. The English aspect of the course imparts a sophisticated awareness of the critical debates in the discipline and allows you to become familiar with major periods of literary expression.

Future Prospects

English graduates from both single and joint honours programmes have an excellent employability record.

Our graduates have found employment with a wide range of public and private sector companies and organisations including: East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Sainsbury, Marks and Spencer, and the Ministry of Justice.

Our graduates are employed in a wide range of graduate entry positions including Public Relations Officer, Secondary Teacher, Retail Store Manager, Employment Agency Consultant, Quality Assurance Technician, Pension Adviser and Fundraising and Appeals Organiser.