Access to Literary Studies and Creative Writing is an exciting course within the Humanities and Social Science framework, designed to prepare you for a wide range of university courses and future pathways. The course will build on your existing interests, knowledge and abilities, while developing your understanding of literature, creative writing and critical analysis. You will explore a range of literary texts, develop your own creative writing practice and strengthen the academic skills needed for successful progression to higher education or other forms of advanced study and training.
Throughout the course, you will develop valuable transferable skills including research, critical thinking, communication, analysis, independent study and the ability to express ideas clearly and effectively. These skills are highly valued across a range of degree subjects and professional careers.
In addition to formal lessons, individual tutorials, academic guidance and careers advice sessions are held with you throughout the course. These sessions will support your progress, help you develop your study skills and assist you in planning your next steps after completing the programme.
Successful completion of the course can provide progression opportunities to literature degrees, creative writing degree courses and a wide range of related humanities subjects. Students may progress to courses such as English Literature, Creative Writing, History, Media Studies, Journalism, Cultural Studies or other joint honours degree programmes, depending on their interests and career aspirations.
