Level 2 Creative Writing Short Course (Part-Time: Evening)

Course Overview

Everyone has a story to tell be that in the form of a novel, a script or a poem!

Do you love to write? Fancy becoming a professional writer, or taking a course that allows you to practise your writing skills? These varied and exciting courses offer you that unique opportunity.

You will study and practise writing across all forms. We will also introduce you to ideas about how to go about getting your work published and invite a series of professional writers to come and talk to you about their work and experiences as writers.

This course is your opportunity to tell your story, real or imaginary, and discover your writing voice and the best form in which it can be heard. The course will be delivered via a range of lectures and supportive writing workshops where you have the opportunity to share your work and gain valuable feedback to help you develop your writing. You are encouraged to keep a reading and writing journal to map your development as a writer.

  • Entry Requirements

    None

  • Summary of Outcomes

    Creative writing Degree, journalism, scriptwriting, professional (other) writing in any genre.

  • Course Modules

    At Level 2 we introduce you to the building blocks of the main genres of non-fiction and fictional narrative writing. These will include:

    • Short stories
    • Short biographies
    • Autobiography
    • Flash fiction!
    • The novel form – opening chapters
    • Radio scripts
    • Film scripts.
    • Poetry – a variety of forms

    The Level 2 course runs for 12 weeks between September and December.

  • Method of Assessment

    The course will be assessed via Agored Cymru units and submission of writing portfolios and reflective commentaries that explain the process you went through from initial ideas, drafting and final versions. You can achieve Level 3 or 2 from your submissions however, this is not compulsory if you wish to attend just for the sheer enjoyment and additionally enhance and develop your writing skills.

Location

Locations across wales or in-house at your business

Course length

12W

Fee

£0 – funding available, subject to eligibility

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