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Courses for Carers - Creative Writing Part 3: Finding Your Voice

Course code: P04267

Subject area: Courses for Carers

Study level: Part Time

Course level: U

Course details

Course time:

10:00 - 12:00

Days of week:

Thursday

Course date:

15th Apr 2027 - 24th Jun 2027

Course location:

Online

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

Continue your creative writing journey by exploring a range of forms, styles, and techniques while developing your unique writer's voice. Experiment with fiction, memoir, poetry, and creative non-fiction in a supportive online environment. Through writing exercises, discussion, and feedback, you will build confidence, refine your craft, and discover new ways to express yourself.
Who is this course for?Any unpaid carer who is looking after someone with a long-term illness, special need or impairment is invited to join this online course.

Building on the foundations developed in Creative Writing Parts 1 and 2, this course encourages writers to deepen their creative practice and experiment with new forms of expression. Whether you enjoy fiction, life writing, poetry, or reflective writing, you will be supported to develop your own style and explore the subjects that matter most to you.

Topics may include:Developing Your Writer's Voice – Discover and strengthen your individual style.Creative Writing Prompts – Generate fresh ideas and overcome writer's block.Memoir and Life Writing – Transform personal experiences into engaging narratives.Creative Non-Fiction – Blend factual experience with creative techniques.Short Fiction and Flash Fiction – Craft compelling stories in different lengths.Poetry and Experimentation – Explore imagery, form, and poetic language.Writing About Place, Memory, and Identity – Use personal experiences as inspiration.Editing, Reflection, and Sharing – Refine your work and gain confidence through supportive feedback.

There will be no class during half-term.The course will be held online using Teams and your tutor will email you calendar invites prior to classes.

What next?
Enrol on another of the Courses for Carers that we offer.

Entry criteria
This course is provided as part of the Courses for Carers programme that has been developed in partnership with Action for Carers. It is specifically for unpaid carers who are looking after someone who has a long-term illness, special need, or impairment.You do not need to have attended previous Creative Writing courses to join this course.

Please note - you should be 19 years old or over at 31st August 2026 prior to starting the course.

Fee information
As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Co-Funded Fee (19+)

£0.00

Reduced Fee (19+)

£0.00