Level 3 Creative Writing Short Course (Part-Time Evening)
Course Overview
Do you love to write? Fancy becoming a professional writer, or taking a course that allows you to practise your writing skills? These new and exciting courses offer you that unique opportunity. You will study and practise writing across all types and genres: fiction-short story; the novel; scriptwriting; non-fiction: autobiography and poetry-all major 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 Level 3 course can either complement the Level 2 course which runs earlier in the year, or can be taken as a brand new experience of creative writing.
Everyone has a story to tell be that in the form of a novel, a script or a poem!
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 heard. The Course will be delivered via 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.
The first class will take place on Tuesday 14 January 2025 at 6pm.
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Creative writing Degree, journalism, scriptwriting, professional (other) writing in any genre.
At Level 3 we build on the foundation blocks achieved at Level 2 (though you may join the course if you have not attended the Level 2) and there’s a focus on specific genres. These include:
The Level 3 course runs for 12 weeks between January and April.
Each course requires you to submit a portfolio of writing that includes your planning; genre research; a final piece of writing and a reflective commentary.
You will be taught by experienced lecturers who have a genuine interest and passion for creative writing and English literature. The courses are delivered by a few different guest lecturers so you will benefit from a variety of teaching styles and subject specialists.
We will introduce you to the portfolio and offer examples so that you have a clear idea of what you will need to submit. Once you have completed and passed, you will receive an accredited certificate from Agored Cymru at the appropriate level.
There is also the potential for a Level 4 Creative Writing Short Course being held, following the Level 3 course, should there be sufficient interest.
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.
