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BCFE Alumni B12 NUIM Creative Writing for Publication - Level 7 New
This course will give participants a practical grounding in the writing of fiction and non fiction for publication. The course allows students to work with professional writers who will act in a mentoring capacity. The practical emphasis will help students progress towards producing work of publishable standard and marketing it.
Course Aims
- To develop creative writing skills
- To cultivate a disciplined approach to writing.
- To develop students skill in critically assessing their own work
- To provide an understanding of the economics and structure of the publishing industry.
Content
- Module 1: Writing: Creative Non fiction
- Module 2: Publishing Industry Awareness
- Module 3: Writing: The short story
- Module 4: Writing: The Novel
Admission
Applicants should be 21 years or over and should have the capacity to complete a course this level.
Participants should submit a 100 word piece outlining why they want to do this course.
Please indicate on the application the following information:
- 1. If you are a beginner in terms of creative writing
- 2. Whether you have attended other Creative Writing workshops
- 3. If you have had work published.
3/4 Saturdays will be arranged at course commencement.
Monday 6.45-9.45pm Duration: 100 hours part time. Cost: €950.00
