Tuition Fee
GBP 50
Start Date
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
4 weeks
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Creative Writing
Area of study
Arts
Education type
On campus
Timing
Part time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 50
Intakes
Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-07-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
Course Overview
This course is for people who are new to creative writing. You explore the possibilities of word play and imaginative writing. You work with words and text in a creative manner and broaden your understanding of how contemporary writers and artists use language within their work.
Course Details
What You Study
- bio-mythography: exploring our own stories
- the textual world: writing from the senses
- words: sounds, marks, meanings
- the structures of stories: basic narrative structures
How You Are Assessed
You submit a portfolio of creative writing (1,500 - 2,000 words) from the various workshops, along with a 500 word reflective commentary on your creative work and learning.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
- International applicants must have an IELTS overall score of 5.5 or higher.
- Age restriction: Due to the content and delivery of our Summer University courses, it is advised that applicants are aged 16+ at the time of enrolment. If you are applying for an online course and are under the age of 18 at the time of enrolment, you must provide a completed parental consent form.
Part-time Entry
Fee for Applicants
- £50
- Length: Credits: 10, Level: 4
- Start date: Starts Tuesday 1 July, Tuesdays and Thursdays for 4 weeks, 6.00pm-9.00pm
Credits and Level
- Credits: 10
- Level: 4
Location
- Middlesbrough campus
Duration
- 4 weeks, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6.00pm-9.00pm
Age Restriction
- Due to the content and delivery of our Summer University courses, it is advised that applicants are aged 16+ at the time of enrolment. If you are applying for an online course and are under the age of 18 at the time of enrolment, you must provide a completed parental consent form.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Content:
- Explores the possibilities of word play and imaginative writing.
- Works with words and text in a creative manner.
- Broadens understanding of how contemporary writers and artists use language.
- Covers topics such as:
- Bio-mythography (exploring personal stories).
- The textual world (writing from the senses).
- Words: sounds, marks, meanings.
- The structures of stories (basic narrative structures).
- Structure:
- 4 weeks, Mondays and Wednesdays, 6-9pm.
- Summer University course.
- Can be combined with other Summer University modules.
- Delivered on-campus at Middlesbrough.
- Modules:
- Bio-mythography: exploring our own stories.
- The textual world: writing from the senses.
- Words: sounds, marks, meanings.
- The structures of stories: basic narrative structures.
- Schedule:
- Starts Monday 3 June.
- Mondays and Wednesdays for 4 weeks.
- 6-9pm.
Assessment:
- Portfolio of creative writing (1,500 - 2,000 words).
Other:
- Suitable for beginners in creative writing.
- Helps participants develop writing skills and techniques.
- Encourages creativity and imagination.
- Provides participants with a strong foundation for further creative writing studies.
- Age restriction: 16+.
- Accompanied by parent/guardian if under 16.
- Parental consent form required for those under 18.
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
EU Home Students:
- No specific entry requirements are mentioned for EU home students.
International Overseas Students:
- Must have an IELTS overall score of 5.5 or higher.
Age Restriction:
- Applicants are advised to be aged 16+ at the time of enrolment.
- Applicants under 18 at the time of enrolment must provide a completed parental consent form.
- Applicants under 16 years of age are required to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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