English, Journalism & Writing Courses

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Network with visiting writers and journalists, work on live projects and make the most of placement opportunities.

Study with us to join the ranks of our esteemed alumni, including journalists, novelists, poets, content creators and marketers. From our industry level media facilities and dedicated writers’ room to our Writers in Residence programme – which has played host to the likes of Matt Haig, Emily Barr and Xan Brook, we’re focused on helping you hone your craft and break into industry. 

What can you do with an English, Creative Writing or Journalism degree?

Studying a degree in English, Creative Writing or Journalism is more than just crafting the perfect poem or headline; it teaches you to see the world differently.

As well as pursuing a career as an author, writer or journalist, there are countless other career options you can work towards with a degree in this subject.

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Industry-standard media facilities

With a fully equipped digital newsroom, recording studios with Newswire access and podcasting facilities and a dedicated Writers Room, which also plays host to workshops and events, you'll have all the tools you need to hone your creative craft.   

Media facilities
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Wyl Menmuir (image - Dave Muir)

Writers in Residence programme


As well as offering opportunities to connect with industry leaders through visiting speakers, placements and the chance to work in live projects, we also run a Writers in Residence programme, which brings acclaimed writers – including Xan Brooks, Alice Oswald and Lionel Shriver – to your doorstep. Each writer brings their unique and world-class expertise and talent to deliver workshops and tutorials to current students.

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Any questions? 

If you have any questions about our English, Journalism and Writing courses, get in touch with our Future Studies Team. 

E: futurestudies@falmouth.ac.uk 

T: +44 (0)1326 254350