Overview
What you will learn
This If these halls could talk - an introduction to writing historical fiction course offered by University of Cambridge will use the history and setting of Madingley Hall, pictures, newspaper articles, and curiosity. Through a series of research and writing exercises you will create characters, setting, and potential questions to develop the narrative. The course also includes writing time and a workshop with peer feedback to help you continue to develop the piece after the course. We will discuss balancing research and writing in historical fiction, research resources, and how to stay curious and avoid writer’s block.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- aspire to a curiosity-led, historical fiction inspired by Madingley Hall
- develop complex characters that you want to know more about
- use the space, history, and stories of Madingley Hall to begin writing historical fiction
- develop the confidence to share new writing within a supportive group through workshopping
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 3 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Disciplines
History Creative Writing View 124 other Short Courses in Creative Writing 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.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Our weekend courses are open to participants over the age of 18 and courses are taught at approximately first-year undergraduate level. No academic qualifications are required and most courses are suitable for students who are new to the subject. Please ensure that you complete any required reading listed in your course materials before the course starts to enable you to fully participate and get the maximum enjoyment out of your course.
- If your first language is not English, you will need to satisfy yourself that you have the required near-native command of the language to get the maximum benefit from studying with us.
Tuition Fee
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International
380 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 380 GBP for the full programme during 3 days. -
National
380 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 380 GBP for the full programme during 3 days.
Living costs for Cambridge
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.