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Head of Creative Writing & English, Falmouth University
Deadline: Mon 27 Aug 2018
We are currently seeking to appoint a dynamic leader and manager as Head of Subject for Creative Writing & English. You will be responsible for a portfolio that includes the successful BA (Hons) Creative Writing, BA (Hons) English, BA (Hons) English with Creative Writing, MA Professional Writing and MA Writing for Script & Screen courses as well as a new BA in Publishing and Communications.

As Head of Subject, you will have significant knowledge and understanding of current creative writing and professional publishing practices. You will also have excellent communication skills and the commitment to design and deliver an outstanding learning experience for the students.

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate high-level professional experience in Creative Writing departments and a proven track record of teaching and nurturing creative talent. You will be joining a dynamic subject area that is regionally and internationally networked, both in terms of its staff and its students.

Falmouth University is changing the way Higher Education is delivered. Our “doing-it-for-real” ethos means that we are planning for the needs of the future economy, ensuring our students and staff have the skills they need to stay relevant in a changing world. Today, our courses represent the entirety of the creative industries, from art and design to gaming and film, while our post-graduate programmes and research and innovation are aligned to defined market needs in high-growth sectors.

Further details and to apply here

If you would like to have an informal conversation before applying, please contact Professor Paul Springer, Director of the School of Writing & Journalism paul.springer@falmouth.ac.uk (Job Ref: FAL0740)

Deadline: 27th August 2018
Interviews to take place the week beginning 6 September 2018

Additional Information:
Location:
Falmouth
Region(s):
South West England

Contact Information:
Organisation:
Falmouth University
Contact Name:
Professor Paul Springer
Contact Email:
paul.springer@falmouth.ac.uk
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