Course description
Creative Writing for Beginners
The course will involve exploring the skills and craft of writing fiction by working on a short story, a piece of memoir, a poem, and examining forms such genre fiction, plays and film screenwriting. The emphasis is on having a go and learning by doing and this course will give you plenty of opportunities to better understand and implement the skills necessary for successful storytelling.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
What You'll Need to Join:
No previous knowledge required. Basic English written and speaking skills required.
Training Course Content
In this course, you will:
- Identify writing goals and ways of working to achieve them
- Give and receive feedback
- Differentiate the elements required in storytelling
- Identify the skills of creative writing
- Write a short story, a piece of non-fiction memoir, and a poem
Continuing Studies
What You Can Do Next:
Further guidance opportunities are available to all learners and will be advised of other courses that may be of interest to them.