You’ll be introduced to the demands and challenges of literary creative practice. Studying creative writing and the creative industries alongside American literature, will enable you to develop both your creative and your critical abilities . 

You’ll have access to UEA’s close and active links with the world of contemporary writing and publishing— a legacy of the university’s long running and highly respected courses in the writing of fiction, poetry and drama. You’ll also learn about writing for the creative industries through practice-based modules and workshops covering topics such as the history and practice of American journalism and scriptwriting for the American stage and screen. 

Whatever path you choose through your studies, this degree will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how American literature has shaped the world around us. You will learn about the relationship between culture and politics, while gaining an in-depth knowledge of the forces that transform societies and forge nations. The specialised focus of American Literature with Creative Writing will give you the critical tools to better understand how culture is produced while you hone your own creative practice. 

Your year abroad will give your degree further cosmopolitan flavour, enhancing your understanding of your subject and presenting you with invaluable opportunities for enriching your creative writing skills from an international perspective. You’ll take modules at your host university, whilst experiencing the culture of another country first-hand. Your year abroad will increase your confidence, broaden your horizons, build your contacts and demonstrate your resilience to future employers. 

PLACEMENT YEAR AND STUDY ABROAD

You’ll spend your third year studying abroad. Our Year Abroad programme has been running for more than 30 years and is one of the largest in the UK for American Studies. Your time abroad will be an invaluable academic and cultural experience, one that most students consider to be the highlight of their time at university. 

AFTER THE COURSE

As an American Literature with Creative Writing graduate, you’ll be well placed to enter a wide range of professions. Completing your degree with a substantial creative writing portfolio will equip you for pursuing a career in writing and publising.   

Working across disciplines, studying abroad, and undertaking in-depth research will give you key skills that are highly regarded by employers. You’ll also graduateas an expert researcher and communicator, skilled in analysing data, and good at working in a team. You will develop an understanding of the cultural forces shaping creative content, and the processes by which audiences can access it, giving you an advantage over your peers as you begin your career. 

CAREER DESTINATIONS

Examples of careers you could enter include: 

• Professional writing and publishing 

• Law 

• Journalism 

• Marketing and advertising 

• Cultural and creative industries 

• Teaching