Screenwriting (Postgraduate Certificate)

The Postgraduate Certificate in Screenwriting at Birkbeck University of London is a unique opportunity for aspiring screenwriters to develop their craft and gain industry recognition. Our course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the competitive world of screenwriting. With expert tuition from experienced professionals and access to state-of-the-art facilities, students will learn how to create compelling characters, build engaging narratives, and structure stories for the screen. Whether you're looking to break into the industry or advance your current career, this course will give you the tools you need to make your mark in the world of screenwriting.

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Our course is designed to be flexible, with part-time and full-time options available to suit your schedule. We also offer a range of workshops and masterclasses, giving students the opportunity to learn from industry professionals and gain real-world experience. Our graduates have gone on to achieve great success in the screenwriting industry, with many securing coveted positions at major production companies and television networks.

Unlock Your Creative Potential at Birkbeck University of London

Birkbeck University of London is a world-renowned institution with a long history of excellence in the arts and humanities. Our department of Film, Television and Digital Media has a strong reputation for producing innovative and groundbreaking work, and our screenwriting program is no exception. By studying at Birkbeck, you'll be part of a vibrant academic community with access to cutting-edge facilities and industry connections. Plus, our central London location provides easy access to the city's many film and television production companies, giving you unparalleled opportunities for networking and collaboration.

Our Postgraduate Certificate in Screenwriting offers you the opportunity to develop your practical screenwriting skills and techniques, and to apply them to writing briefs, together with developing your ability to evaluate the effectiveness of communicating ideas in script form. A distinctive feature is a fast-track core module, which will enable graduates in other fields to gain detailed knowledge of screenwriting conventions, an understanding of common formats, and the ability to analyse a brief and evaluate ones own writing within a commercial context. Armed with the core skills of the fast-track course, a subsequent module will develop your skills in writing a draft script in either film or television format.

A second-class honors degree (2:2) or above in any related subject; other qualifications will be considered. Applications are encouraged from those with or without prior screenwriting experience. In addition to our online application, you will need to complete and submit an entrance task.