Get started with creative writing on our 'Ways into' courses
From fiction and poetry to writing for screen and stage, if you're a beginner, our range of 'Ways into' courses are the perfect place to start. 11-week and 6-week courses are available, so you're sure to find something that suits your schedule, whether online or face-to-face.
10 courses available
Ways into screenwritingLearn to write for the screen on this practical, introductory course. Writing exercises, presentations and screenings will teach you key skills, and you’ll begin to produce work and an outline for a full-length project.Full fee £269.00 Senior fee £269.00 Concession £175.00- Ways into playwritingExplore the fundamental techniques of writing for the stage in this introductory course. Get to grips with dialogue, character, story and structure, and start work on your own play.Full fee £269.00 Senior fee £269.00 Concession £175.00
- Ways into creative writing: intensiveNot sure whether creative writing is for you? Give it a try on one of these fun and supportive short courses covering the basics of fiction and poetry. Increase your confidence and produce work through guided exercises and discussion.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00
- Ways into creative writingWant to have a go at creative writing in a supportive environment? Join one of these introductory courses. Guided exercises will give you the tools to explore language creatively and find your own writing voice.Full fee £269.00 Senior fee £269.00 Concession £175.00
- Ways into poetry: intensiveAre you just starting to write poetry? This shorter version of our introductory Ways into poetry course offers an opportunity to experiment with language and a variety of poetic devices. Discover the key elements of a poem in a friendly and interactive class.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00
- Ways into poetryRelatively new to writing poetry? This inspiring course offers an opportunity to experiment with language and a variety of poetic devices alongside fellow emerging poets. Discover the key elements of a poem in a friendly and interactive class.Full fee £269.00 Senior fee £269.00 Concession £175.00
- Ways into poetry: a gentle paceAre you brand new to writing poetry? Do you want to build your confidence in a supportive environment alongside other beginners in the craft? This gentle short-course guides students taking their first steps on the path to becoming a poet.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00
- Ways into creative writing: a gentle pace
Are you brand new to creative writing? Do you want to build your confidence in a supportive environment alongside other beginners? This gentle short course guides students taking their first steps on the path to becoming a creative writer.
Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00 - Ways into screenwriting: getting startedWant to write scripts but don't know how to start? Discover the basics of screenwriting - character, conflict and more - on this short online course that will help you shape your ideas and get your story going.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00
- Ways into playwriting: getting startedExplore the fundamental techniques of writing for the stage in this introductory online course. Get to grips with dialogue, character, story and structure, and start work on your own play.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00
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