About English Language And Creative Writing , BA (hons) in University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)

Fancy yourself as the next J K Rowling or E L James? Develop the skills and techniques to produce short stories, poetry and play scripts as you learn to analyse writing across a range of genres. Our English language modules will help you delve beneath the surface of language to explore the connections between sound and meaning and how English has developed over time. Learn how to analyse writing and speech in different ways and how to harness your own creativity in producing a variety of literary texts with expert support from our tutors.

You will have a chance to gain valuable work experience relating to your studies for example our work-related live project which could include planning for a conference, literature festival, writing competition, reading project or setting up an exhibition and so on. Through the Worldwise Centre, based in the school, you will get the opportunity to gain further practical experience through five day placements and short-term internships, as well as access latest language learning and digital technologies including Rosetta Stone.

• English Language at UCLan is 4th in the UK and 3rd in the North West for overall student satisfaction. We are also in the UK top 10 and 3rd in the North West for both assessment and feedback as well as learning community - National Student Survey 2019.
• Creative Writing at UCLan is ranked in the UK's top 20 according to the Complete University Guide 2020
• The English Language Skills Initiative for Employability (ELSIE) programme gives you opportunities to experience work-based activities, such as writing for the press and client publications.
• We have links with a network of regional schools, for those interested in pursuing careers in teaching and education.

FURTHER INFORMATION

A key feature of our BA in English Language and Creative Writing is choice. On the Language side, whether you are interested in language structure (syntax, phonetics and phonology, morphology), how language varies according to user and context, or the teaching of language, our programme will have modules suited to you. Alongside an exciting range of modules, relating to language acquisition and change, language and gender, political discourse and argumentation, forensic linguistics, literary linguistics and psycholinguistics, we have an integrated programme of study aimed at enhancing your proficiency in written English. Alternatively, you could choose to specialise in the related areas of media, forensic and political discourse, or the ‘nuts and bolts’ of language by choosing syntax, phonology and morphology.

On the Creative Writing side, students can develop their writing in a range of genres, including short stories, poetry, plays and radio and film scripts. Our students are encouraged to develop and reflect on their own creative process and to enrich their understanding of the journey from initial idea to finished piece of writing. We strive for our graduates to be competent both in their use and knowledge of English, in such a way that they can pass on such knowledge to others. Certain modules are designed to enhance verbal and written communication skills whilst simultaneously enhancing employability. Students also get the chance to learn about careers in writing and the book trade from guest authors, literary agents, editors and publishers.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE COURSE

• Explore creative writing in different genres with successful authors and poets.
• A choice of modules across different areas of language and linguistics
• Visiting speakers from a range of disciplines and professions
• Skills and employability emphasised throughout the programme.
• The opportunity to study abroad for a semester or a year.

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT AND ASSESSMENT

A 3 year degree qualification typically comprises 360 credits and each 20 credit (a standard module) equates to 200 hours of study, which comprises of a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical sessions and independent study. Independent study is an important aspect of your degree course. The exact combination of study time will be detailed within your module descriptors, and will depend on your option choices.

English Language is taught via a combination of lectures, seminars and workshops, and we have a dedicated English Language Laboratory for our language students to use specialised computer applications for linguistic analysis. Creative Writing is generally taught in workshops where students work in small groups and the circulation of ideas is encouraged.

Through the English Language Skills Initiative for Employability (ELSIE) Project you will have the opportunity to gain experience in work-based activities, such evaluating/critiquing webpage content, copy-editing, PR and press releases, customer/client information leaflets and brochures.

Recent student projects have included taster sessions in local colleges, writing newspaper stories for the Lancashire Evening Post, writing articles for West Lancashire Voluntary Service, and designing resources for schools with the Rosemere Cancer Foundation.

Course facilities include well equipped classrooms and extensive Blackboard (Virtual Learning Environment) resources. Teaching is supplemented with guest speakers and students are encouraged to participate fully in group and project work. Assessment strategies are varied.

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT AND ASSESSMENT

A 3 year degree qualification typically comprises 360 credits and each 20 credit (a standard module) equates to 200 hours of study, which comprises of a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical sessions and independent study. Independent study is an important aspect of your degree course. The exact combination of study time will be detailed within your module descriptors, and will depend on your option choices.

English Language is taught via a combination of lectures, seminars and workshops, and we have a dedicated English Language Laboratory for our language students to use specialised computer applications for linguistic analysis. Creative Writing is generally taught in workshops where students work in small groups and the circulation of ideas is encouraged.

Through the English Language Skills Initiative for Employability (ELSIE) Project you will have the opportunity to gain experience in work-based activities, such evaluating/critiquing webpage content, copy-editing, PR and press releases, customer/client information leaflets and brochures.

Recent student projects have included taster sessions in local colleges, writing newspaper stories for the Lancashire Evening Post, writing articles for West Lancashire Voluntary Service, and designing resources for schools with the Rosemere Cancer Foundation.

Course facilities include well equipped classrooms and extensive Blackboard (Virtual Learning Environment) resources. Teaching is supplemented with guest speakers and students are encouraged to participate fully in group and project work. Assessment strategies are varied.

INDUSTRY LINKS

We have links with a network of schools in the region, for those interested in pursuing careers in teaching and education; students who wish to teach are able to go on to gain a PGCE in primary or secondary education, or certificates in TESOL. The team regularly hosts panels at which writers, editors, literary agents and publishers provide valuable insights into careers in the book trade.

OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates from this course can pursue a range of careers in writing and related fields, such as travel writing, play and script writing - or in other areas including teaching, education support, local government, travel, retail and marketing.

Through the English Language Skills Initiative for Employability (ELSIE) programme you’ll have the opportunity to gain experience in work-based activities, such as writing for the press and publications for real clients.

If you wish to study abroad as part of your course, UCLan offers a scheme for a semester/year abroad as we have exchange agreements with overseas universities.

You will also be well equipped for entry into graduate professions in local government and public services, as well as graduate entry schemes in the private sector. Students have also gone on to study a PCGE to become teachers as well as postgraduate research programmes.

58% from listed boards (The All Indian Senior School Certificate awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), or The Indian School Certificate (ISC) awarded by the Indian Council for School Examinations (ICSE), or a recognised Indian State Education Board, such as the West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Karnataka Education Boards
60% from other boards, not listed above
Where a specific subject is required for entry to the degree programme, 58% must be achieved in this subject
Pre-University Certificate, Government of Karnataka can be considered – send to tutor – evidence from Govind included in entry requirements folder
3% margin to be considered by UCLan staff based on reputation of institution, work experience etc

65% in Year 12 English *
Or
65% average grade in Year 11 and Year 12 English provided Year 12 is not below 60%
Or
Standard English language requirements – IELTS 6 or equivalent

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