Applied Writing BA (Hons)

Applied Writing: The Application of Creative Writing for Social Change

Are you a creative individual with something to say?

Applied Writing reflects on the distinct ways in which writing and creative practice has contributed to social change and historical activism. It provides opportunities for students to direct their own writing to the crucial issues of our time from the rise of identity politics and cultural conflict, to the social care and climate crises. This practice-based programme enables students to develop and apply their creative skills to important social issues taking both a local and global perspective.

Students will have the opportunity to collaborate with other creatives, change-makers and influencers who want to work in the creative and digital industries. Students will prepare for real world contexts of creative practice in a digital world, exploring digital writing tools, writing for digital fiction such as the gaming industry and considering the use of immersive technology. They will undertake numerous project-based modules which allows them to showcase their employment skills as they identify and examine issues which affect our world. These projects, usually undertaken in collaboration with regional clients, allow students to cultivate a network of connections for the future whilst also developing the creative solutions required for meaningful social change.

Applied Writing is an innovative degree programme which offers an ideal preparation for careers in a range of sectors from the creative industries, business and media to education and social activism. This degree offers cross-disciplinary training in critical thinking combined with real-world skills delivered through the creative and problem-solving approach of the humanities. It can also provide a platform to further postgraduate study and professional training.

September 2021 Entry Requirements

You must achieve at least 96 UCAS points including a minimum of CC at A level or equivalent (e.g.MM at BTEC Diploma; MPP at BTEC Extended Diploma) towards the total tariff.

Access Students can achieve the requirements with the following combination of Distinction, Merit and/ or Pass grades at level 3 achieved from a completed Access course. 96 UCAS Points: D21-M3-P21; D18-M9-P18; D15-M15-P15; D12-M21-P12; D9-M27-P9; D6-M33-P6; D3-M39-P3; D0-M45-P0.

A level (or equivalent) in a humanities/social science related subject and 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, or recognised equivalents are also required.

For applicants who are unsure that they will achieve the above UCAS tariff, Newman University offers Applied Writing (with Foundation Year) which enables such applicants to access a university degree via a four year route. Upon successful completion of their foundation year, students will progress to Year 1 of a named degree. Whilst not a condition of entry onto the Foundation Year, students wishing to follow particular named routes with additional entry requirements, will need to meet these requirements before they make the transition from their foundation year to year 1.

International Students
The University is not licensed by the UK Government to sponsor migrant students under the Student route and is therefore unable to accept applications from international students at present.

Applying Direct Option

You can apply direct to Newman University for the full-time route for this course if you have not previously applied to Newman University through UCAS and you are not applying to any other universities.

Simply click on this Direct Application link to do this.

September 2022 Direct Application Link 

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If you have any questions regarding entry onto this course please contact our friendly and helpful admissions team via our Admissions Enquiry Form