Screenwriting: stage 2

A workshop for those of you who have completed 'Screenwriting: stage 1' or have a first draft of a completed short or feature length screenplay from which to work.

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Key course information

Dates
09/01/12 - 19/03/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
11 weeks

Time
18:00 - 19:30

Fees
Full fee: £93
Senior fee: £93

Venue
FRA - Fashion Retail Academy

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Course code
HW266*

Availability
Contact department

No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

This course has started

It may still be possible to enrol. Please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some of the course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover this with you.

Course outline

What is the course about?

Developing your own material and your understanding of how screenwriting works, in a supportive and creative workshop environment.

What topics will we cover?

The course is project-based, i.e. aimed at developing your own work, but you must be prepared to give
generously in helping your fellow participants with their own projects, as they will with yours, under the overall supervision of the tutor. If you are secretive about your work or reluctant to contribute to the work of others (without credit or financial reward) you should NOT apply.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Write an outline and pitch for your own feature film
- Write key sample scenes for your own feature film
- Assess your own and other material and respond critically and positively.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You should have completed either Screenwriting Stage 1 or another introductory screenwriting course PLUS have a
one-page proposal for an original film project from which to work. If you have already written a first draft script that is fine but note that we will not be discussing your script in its entirety.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Each week you will be set a task relating to your film project. This will usually be either structural (e.g. what happens in your first act) or dialogue-based (e.g. write a crucial three-page scene). You will bring your material in for the next session and, subject to time limits, will present it to the class for discussion and suggestions. During the course you will also have a one-to-one session with your tutor.

The Tutor
Guy Meredith is a scriptwriter, story consultant and teacher with 25 years' experience in the business. He has
taught scriptwriting at a number of universities and professional bodies both in this country and abroad. His writing
credits include Ruth Rendell Mysteries for ITV and Einstein for the BBC, as well as The Bill and Heartbeat. His radio
play, 'The Surprise Symphony' was the UK entry for the Prix Italia.

City lit reserves the right to change course tutors or venues from those advertised in this outline. In line with our
refund policy we are unable to grant a refund on the grounds of a change of tutor/venue.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Suggested reading:
On Writing by Stephen King
Screenplay or The screenwriters workbook by Syd Field
The Writer's Journey by Christopher Vogler.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions. If you have completed a Screenwriting: stage 1 course at the City Lit please contact Humanities on 0207 492 2652/2650 or e mail Humanities@citylit.ac.uk. Otherwise please come along to a Humanities drop-in-advice session. These take place as follows:
Term time
Mondays and Thursdays 12.30-13.30 and 17.30-18.30
Non term time
Mondays 17.30-18.30
Thursdays 12.30-13.30.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Oral and sometimes written feedback is given by the tutor; feedback from class members while workshopping your screenplay and sharing ideas.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
09/01/12 to 19/03/12	Mon	18:00 - 19:30	11 weeks	£93	£93	N/A	HW266	Contact department	» Select
16/04/12 to 02/07/12	Mon	19:40 - 21:40	10 weeks	£113	£113	£33	HW092	Contact department	» Select
19/04/12 to 21/06/12	Thu	14:45 - 16:45	10 weeks	£108	£61	£29	HW249	Contact department	» Select
22/09/11 to 15/12/11	Thu	19:40 - 21:40	13 weeks	£136	£136	£39	HW063	Finished	» Select