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Overview
The aims of the Creative writing - an introduction to children's non-fiction course offered by University of Cambridge are:
- To explore the range of children's non-fiction (information) books in different subjects and formats for various age ranges
- To experiment with writing a variety of children's non-fiction
To consider the market and audience for children's non-fiction, including opportunities for both traditional and alternative methods of publication
By studying this week, the students should have:
- become familiar with navigating around the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and from VLE to links and back
- test your ability to access files and the web conferencing software and sort out any problems with the help of the Technology Enhanced Learning team
- learn how to look for, assess and reference internet resources
- contribute to a discussion forum to introduce yourself to other students and discuss why you are interested in the course and what you hope to get out of your studies
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- To recognise a range of suitable structures, formats and styles appropriate for children's non-fiction
- To understand the process of planning, writing and revision, and the opportunities and restrictions of working with artwork to produce illustrated non-fiction
- To try writing children's non-fiction using suitable content, styles and structures
- To practice preparing an outline and sample of a non-fiction text suitable for approaching publishers and agents
- To understand publishing process and opportunities in relation to children's non-fiction
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is open to everyone, and you don’t need any previous knowledge or experience of the subject to attend.
- Our short courses are designed especially for adult learners who want to advance their personal or professional development. They are taught by tutors who are expert in both their subjects and in teaching students of all ages and experiences.
- Please note that all teaching is in English. You should have near-native command of the English language in order to get the maximum benefit from the course.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents525 GBP / year≈ 525 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents525 GBP / year≈ 525 GBP / year
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