Atlantic Technological University

Overview

Writing and Literature (Hons) is an honours degree designed to enhance your creative and critical writing abilities across various forms, including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and performance writing such as screenwriting and playwriting. This three-year programme provides a comprehensive understanding of English literature, drama, and film, alongside digital media, equipping you with the analytical skills and writing techniques essential for effective contemporary storytelling and cultural communication.

• Award: Honours Bachelor’s degree (Hons)
• Duration: 3 years
• Delivery: Fully online (workshops and seminars)
• Focus: Creative writing and critical study of literature, drama, film, and digital media
• Language of instruction: English
• Credits: Not specified
• Tuition fees: Not specified
• Application & start dates: Check the programme website for the latest information

What you'll study

The curriculum is practice-oriented, blending writing modules with critical studies of literature, drama, and film. The modules range from foundational writing skills to advanced genre-specific work, culminating in the independent development of your writing portfolio.

• Writing and Practice (Screenwriting)
• Writing and Practice: Playwriting
• Experimental Literature, Drama, and Writing
• Yeats and Contemporary Irish Poetry
• Writing and Practice (core writing module)
• Modernism in Drama and Literature
• Facilitation and Drama
• Film Studies

Capstone / portfolio component: The programme emphasizes continuous writing development and workshop feedback. For details regarding the final-year assessment format, please refer to the programme website.

Entry requirements

Admission is based on recognized prior academic achievement. Specific GPA or grade-point average requirements are not outlined.

English requirements

Applicants must meet the English language requirements for the programme. The following minimum scores are generally accepted:

• Duolingo English Test: 95
• TOEFL iBT: 70
• PTE Academic: 51
• IELTS (Academic): 5.5

Alternative assessments may be accepted; please verify with the admissions team for details.

General entry routes

• Leaving Certificate: 6 subjects at O6/H7, including
  • 2 subjects at H5
  • English or Irish at O6/H7
  • Maths not required
• QQI/FET Major Award: Any
• Additional QQI/FET requirements: Three distinctions
• GCE / A-level / GCSE: 6 distinct recognized subjects including
  • 2 A-levels at Grade C
  • 4 other subjects at GCSE-level Grade C, including English or Irish

Note: The entry requirements do not mention a portfolio, interview, or writing sample. If you are applying with non-standard qualifications, please confirm whether additional evidence of writing ability is needed.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Writing and Literature (Hons) programme may explore various career paths in fields such as publishing, education, media, and creative arts. Skills developed during the course equip students for roles in writing, editing, content creation, and cultural analysis, among others.

Post-study work rights (Ireland): Graduates may have the opportunity to apply for post-study work permission in Ireland, subject to the applicable conditions at the time of application.