Creative Writing - The Next Chapter (Stage 2)

Develop your creative writing skills and take them to the next level in this advanced course. You'll explore a range of genres, including fiction, poetry, and scriptwriting, and learn how to refine your craft through workshops, peer feedback, and one-to-one tutorials. This course is ideal for those who have completed Stage 1 or have equivalent experience and are looking to take their writing to the next level.

Additional Information

In addition to the core creative writing modules, you'll also have access to a range of workshops and masterclasses on topics such as publishing, marketing, and critical thinking. You'll also have the opportunity to showcase your work at events and festivals, both on and off campus.

Unlock Your Full Creative Potential at Arts University Bournemouth

Arts University Bournemouth has a reputation for excellence in creative writing, with a team of experienced tutors who are passionate about helping you develop your skills. The university's location in the vibrant town of Bournemouth also offers a unique blend of cultural and natural environments that can inspire your writing. Plus, the course is designed to help you build a portfolio of work that will stand out in the job market.

The course provides the opportunity to develop your character and characterization skills, exploring where and how to manage pace, plot, and storyline. You will learn to decide what has to stay and what can go. Example passages from different periods and genres will help you to consider changing dialogue conventions and look at how to bring a setting to life with economy and force. Your tutor will suggest deadlines to keep you progressing between classes and give realistic advice on ways to find an agent, if thats what youre after, and get published. Youll be encouraged to write a minimum of 2000 words each week within a framework that makes sense. The creative impulse is very much an element of this learning experience, where you will be encouraged to maintain a healthy imagination and receive ongoing support at all stages.

This course assumes students have completed the €˜Creative Writing €“ An Introduction (Stage 1) short course, or possess previous knowledge and experience.