Overview
About the course
Through in-class exercises, take-home assignments, readings, workshopping and plenty of constructive feedback, you will explore the basic elements that will encourage you to dust off those unfinished short stories or dive into something completely new.
By the end of these ten weeks students will not only have some wonderful pieces of writing under their belts but also lots of practical advice and notes on how to get their work out into the world. The focus will be firmly on fiction (short stories and longer prose) as well as narrative non-fiction (memoir and essays).
This Creative Writing for Beginners course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) will enable students to flex their writing muscles and find their writing voices in a fun, focused and supportive environment. This is the perfect class in which to dip your toe and test the writing waters.
Programme Structure
Topics covered:- There will be discussions on technique, with particular emphasis on point of view, characterisation, dialogue, structure, and the process of editing
- The course has a strong workshop component, which will enable students to become comfortable with reading and sharing work
- Students will benefit from feedback from both the tutor and colleagues
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
There are no upcoming events for this course. Contact the university for more information.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Creative Writing Liberal Arts Literature View 74 other Short Courses in Literature in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
Entry requirements:
- None apart from an interest in developing creative writing skills and a very good command of the English language.
Please bring with you to the first lesson:
- Your favourite book
- Pen or pencil and paper
It would also be helpful to bring some form of binder as there will be handouts each week.
Tuition Fee
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.