Been a while since I've had to look into university things like this so forgive any silly questions but I was wondering if anyone here would be so kind as to provide some information as to help me figure out the next best course of action. I have been sending emails off to universities for more information but have yet to obtain a response after weeks of waiting (probably bad term timing on my part
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I have been out of higher education for almost 7 years now (Finished A Levels in 2015) and was looking to apply to university either this year (though pretty sure the deadline is closed for that now) or the next as I would like to finally pursue a degree after having to take some personal time off. However, the type of course I would like to apply for (Games Design and Creative Writing) does not quite match up with the A Level subjects I took back between 2013-2015. Those subjects being Biology, Applied Science with Forensics & Drama which had a heavy emphasis on writing essays and our own scripts. My G.C.S.E results where I did English Literature and English Language, I was graded A and B respectively.
However, the life experiences/passions which I have pursued over the last decade have been extremely English/Creative Writing orientated. Some of which include personal projects, winning placements in competitions and taking multiple online courses based on game design and narrative or creative writing. In the last 3 years alone, I have been over to South Africa (for 12 months) to help volunteer at a school, helping teach children who were unable to read or write as well as spending 2 years as a Narrative Designer at a very small studio.
I understand if I do not meet the exact requirements to take this type of course yet, nonetheless I was wondering if this was a good start given my personal experiences and what would be the next best steps for me if I did wish to apply to this kind of course in the future? Would doing a HE in English be the next step? Would that even be enough considering my other previous qualifications? Was just wondering peoples thoughts so I can at least make a start in the right direction.
Many Thanks!