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Overview
What you will study
As a result of the Popular science writing course offered by University of Cambridge , within the constraints of the time available, students should be able to:
- Critique science writing and recognise what makes science writing appropriate to particular audiences and aims
- Develop ideas for, and draft, of a piece of non-fiction writing (a book chapter or a long feature, of approximately 5,000 words), using elements of narrative storytelling.
- Develop a proposal and pitch for a popular science book
- Edit their work to enhance their writing for particular readerships and production contexts.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- This course explores the craft of writing about science for non-specialist readerships, also known as popular science writing.
- Students will learn how to read, analyse and critique the work of other science writers, to develop their own skills in effectively communicating science to non-specialist publics.
- Students will each develop an idea and draft text for a long piece of narrative non-fiction writing of their choice, most likely a chapter for book or a long feature.
- Students will practise their own science writing, with short writing exercises alongside their own work to produce a long feature or a chapter for a book.
- Feedback from tutors will be available throughout the course.
- Students will learn how to get their writing published.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Creative Writing View 81 other Short Courses in Creative Writing in United KingdomAcademic 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 Fee
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International
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National
395 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 395 GBP for the full programme during 2 months.
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