The BA (Hons) Creative Writing and History at the University of Chichester invites you to explore the dynamic interplay between narrative craft and historical understanding. This undergraduate degree is ideal for aspiring writers and history enthusiasts who wish to develop their voice while critically engaging with the past. You will delve into diverse historical periods and global events, from Medieval England to the 20th-century, while simultaneously honing your skills in poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction. This course offers a unique opportunity to bridge your passion for storytelling with rigorous historical inquiry.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over three years, engaging with a curriculum that balances theoretical exploration with practical application. Across your studies, you will encounter modules ranging from 'Creative Writing: Poetry, Form and Freedom' to 'Renaissance and Reformation Europe: 1350-1600', and 'Experiments in Fiction: Magic, Detection, Sci Fi and Beyond'. In your final year, you will undertake a significant dissertation, allowing you to pursue an in-depth research project in either creative writing or history. You will graduate with a versatile skill set, prepared for careers in publishing, journalism, education, heritage, or further academic study.