Creative & Professional Writing @ CCCU

In this one-hour masterclass with an academic and/or ambassadors, students will develop their understanding of the breadth of writing forms they would engage with at university, from traditional fiction to writing narratives for stage, film, or games. As well as further their knowledge of what it is like to study Creative and Professional Writing at CCCU, students will also be introduced to a range of career paths, including gaining an insight into opportunities in the publishing industry and how to publicise yourself and your work.

Our staff are published authors with recent industry experience, who can answer your students’ questions about working in the industry.

Curriculum Links:

• CIAG – Understanding the relevance of English and other qualifications at Level 2 and 3 to future career paths in creative and professional writing
• CIAG – encounters with higher education and development of their understanding of future study options

Gatsby Benchmarks:

Workshop: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7

Taster Day: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7

Make it a Taster Day: Includes a campus tour and HE information talk.