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Creative Writing - Improvers Level B

Course code: P10505

Subject area: Languages

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

18:30 - 20:30

Days of week:

Tuesday

Course date:

12th Jan 2027 - 23rd Mar 2027

Course location:

Online

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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Designed as a follow on from the Beginners Creative Writing suite, this series of courses are designed to allow aspiring writers the opportunity to delve deeper into the art and craft of writing. There will be more in-depth analysis of writers’ styles and methodologies than on the beginners’ courses.
The course will cover many of the following, but allowance will be made for the specific needs and aims of the students who attend:

• Short stories and novels• How to get started and find inspiration• How to shape a story – story arc, sub-plots and building tension• How to create and develop strong and interesting characters • How to write convincing dialogue• First and third person points of view• How to review and edit drafts • Writing for stage and screen• Poetry and/or music lyrics • Blogging and writing for magazines/websites• How to get publishedNo class during half term.

What next?
Creative Writing Improvers C (Online)
Entry criteria
There are no specific entry requirements, but learners would benefit from attending the Beginners suite of courses. Learners will be expected to do written exercises in class and (to make the most of it) as homework.

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+)

£224.60

Reduced Fee (19+)

£124.90

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