| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-04-09 | - |
| 2024-07-03 | - |
Program Overview
This 10-week program focuses on the relationship between character and conflict in fiction writing. Students will learn how to create richly imagined characters and challenge them with conflicts that force them to act in ways that change the world around them. The program is taught through a combination of lectures, discussions, and writing exercises.
Program Outline
Outline:
Content:
The program focuses on the relationship between character and conflict in fiction writing. Students will learn how to create richly imagined characters and how to challenge them with conflicts that threaten their hidden, most deeply held desires, forcing them to act in ways that change the world around them.
Structure:
The program consists of 10 weekly sessions, each of which includes a discussion of sample fiction to identify craft tools that help determine and convey the flaws in characters, and weekly writing exercises to put theory into practice.
Course Schedule:
Spring 2024 Schedule
| Type | Date | Time | Location | |---|---|---|---| | Discussion | Tue Apr 9, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue Apr 16, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue Apr 23, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue Apr 30, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue May 7, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue May 14, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue May 21, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue May 28, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue Jun 4, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue Jun 11, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 |
Summer 2024 Schedule
| Type | Date | Time | Location | |---|---|---|---| | This section has no set meeting times. | July 3 - September 10 | Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM) | Online |
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The program is taught through a combination of lectures, discussions, and writing exercises.
Faculty:
- Aatif Rashid (Spring 2024)
- Ross Showalter (Summer 2024)
Unique Approaches:
The program emphasizes the importance of character development and conflict in fiction writing. Students will learn how to create characters that are both believable and relatable, and how to create conflicts that are both compelling and meaningful.
UCLA Extension
Overview:
UCLA Extension is a renowned continuing education institution affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). It offers a wide range of courses, certificates, and specializations designed for professional development, career advancement, and personal enrichment.
Services Offered:
UCLA Extension provides a comprehensive suite of services for its students, including:
Courses:
Hundreds of open-enrollment courses are available in various fields of study, delivered online, in-person, or in a hybrid format.Certificates:
Students can earn certificates in specialized areas, demonstrating their expertise and enhancing their career prospects.Specializations:
Short series of courses designed to quickly equip students with in-demand skills and knowledge in focused areas.Student Services:
UCLA Extension offers comprehensive support services, including enrollment assistance, financial aid, scholarships, transcripts, career services, and international student support.Corporate Education:
Custom programs and corporate training solutions are available to meet the professional development needs of organizations.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Key Reasons to Study There:
UCLA Affiliation:
Students benefit from the prestige and reputation of UCLA, a world-class research university.Industry Experts:
Courses are taught by experienced professionals and industry leaders, providing practical and relevant knowledge.Flexible Learning:
UCLA Extension offers a variety of learning formats, including online, in-person, and hybrid options, catering to diverse schedules and preferences.Career Advancement:
Certificates and specializations can enhance career prospects and open doors to new opportunities.Personal Enrichment:
Courses and programs cater to personal interests and provide opportunities for lifelong learning.Academic Programs:
UCLA Extension offers a wide range of academic programs across various fields, including:
Accounting & Finance
Architecture & Interior Design
Business & Management
Communications
Design & Arts
Digital Technology
Education
Engineering
Entertainment
Environmental Studies & Public Policy
Health Care & Counseling
Humanities & Social Sciences
Landscape Architecture & Horticulture
Legal Programs
Real Estate
Sciences & Math
Writing
Other:
UCLA Extension is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), ensuring the quality and rigor of its programs.
Outline:
Content:
The program focuses on the relationship between character and conflict in fiction writing. Students will learn how to create richly imagined characters and how to challenge them with conflicts that threaten their hidden, most deeply held desires, forcing them to act in ways that change the world around them.
Structure:
The program consists of 10 weekly sessions, each of which includes a discussion of sample fiction to identify craft tools that help determine and convey the flaws in characters, and weekly writing exercises to put theory into practice.
Course Schedule:
Spring 2024 Schedule
| Type | Date | Time | Location | |---|---|---|---| | Discussion | Tue Apr 9, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue Apr 16, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue Apr 23, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue Apr 30, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue May 7, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue May 14, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue May 21, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue May 28, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue Jun 4, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 | | Discussion | Tue Jun 11, 2024 | 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT | UCLARolfe Hall 3108 |
Summer 2024 Schedule
| Type | Date | Time | Location | |---|---|---|---| | This section has no set meeting times. | July 3 - September 10 | Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM) | Online |
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The program is taught through a combination of lectures, discussions, and writing exercises.
Faculty:
- Aatif Rashid (Spring 2024)
- Ross Showalter (Summer 2024)
Unique Approaches:
The program emphasizes the importance of character development and conflict in fiction writing. Students will learn how to create characters that are both believable and relatable, and how to create conflicts that are both compelling and meaningful.
