Introduction to Creative Writing Certificate course

Program Overview

This 4-week Summer University course explores the art of creative writing, covering topics like bio-mythography, writing from the senses, and narrative structures. Participants will develop their writing skills and techniques through a portfolio of creative work and a reflective commentary. Suitable for beginners, the course provides a foundation for further creative writing studies and encourages creativity and imagination.

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.