22 April 2024 - 1 July 2024 ( 13.5 hours, 9 weeks )
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For new creative writers or those looking for a way to further develop their writing abilities and get new ideas, advice on all aspects of fiction writing will be given. You will be encouraged to develop your individual writing voice and to read your work in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Although it is a 3-term course, new students are welcome to join at the beginning of any term.
You will learn through group exercises, feedback and discussion including presentation, handouts. Giving and receiving constructive feedback on yours and others writing. Discussion and experimentation with different writing techniques. Short home writing assignments will be given.
This is a beginners’ course and no previous experience in creative writing is required. Level 2 literacy in English is needed, as is a willingness to share your writing with others and to explore a range of disciplines and forms of writing.
Access to a computer is essential.
A willingness to share stories with your peers and listen to theirs.
This course continues each term throughout the academic year; or you might like to try an intermediate or improvers' course in creative writing if you feel ready.
