In this one-hour masterclass with an academic and/or ambassadors, students will develop their understanding of breadth of writing forms they would engage with at university from traditional fiction to writing narratives for stage, film or games. Students will deepen their understanding of the breadth of career opportunities, and develop their knowledge of what it is like to study Creative and Professional Writing at CCCU, including gaining an insight the opportunities to develop their understanding of the publishing industry and creating a commercially viable enterprise they may experience during their degree.

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.