Story Foundry By Publication (Distance Learning) Bath Spa University

Overview

This Story Foundry By Publication (Distance Learning) programme offered by Bath Spa University supports established practitioners with a substantial body of work who wish to gain academic accreditation. The programme focuses on narrative-based approaches across film, creative writing, immersive technology, science communication, and performance, encouraging innovative and interdisciplinary forms of research.

Key facts

Students undertake an independent research programme supported by mentoring and supervision while engaging with an international network of academics and cultural sector professionals. The degree enables candidates to situate their existing portfolio within broader literary, storytelling, social, economic, and digital contexts, producing a thesis aligned with their professional goals. Most students submit their PhD by Publication thesis within two years.