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Overview
The Creative writing - an introduction to short story writing course from the University of Cambridge students and tutor enable the student to then put into practice what they have observed in a series of writing challenges, designed to extend their writing skills in this most exciting – and challenging - of genres.
Given the nature of creative writing, it is important that applicants' use of English is sufficiently fluent to be able to understand in English nuances of meaning and have a familiarity with the structure and grammar of English.
Key facts:
As a result of the Creative writing - an introduction to short story writing course offered by University of Cambridge , within the constraints of the time available, participants should be able to:
- Recognise and appreciate the key elements of short story writing
- Deploy with some confidence key skills of short story writing
- Apply critical skills to their own writing and the writing of others
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Event-Plot Stories?
- Anti-Plot Stories
- Variations (magical realism and flash fiction)
- Characterisation and Dialogue
- Narrative Voice and Point of View
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 online 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.
- Given the nature of creative writing, it is important that students' use of English is sufficiently fluent to be able to understand in English nuances of meaning and have a familiarity with the structure and grammar of English. 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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