Poetry

Poetry

No. of lessons 8
No. of exercises 18
Average duration 9-12 months

Poetry has enjoyed a revival in the last five years, with more people writing and reading it than at any time since the thirties. If you are a new or inexperienced poet, this a good time to begin. Your tutor will provide advice and guidance as to the form and construction that will suit you best.

Our professional tutors will help perfect your style and choice of theme, to deepen your awareness of metre and rhyme, and to use the natural rhythms of the English language to their best advantage. After all, even free verse need not be anarchic - a successful poem is a fusion of sound, shape and lyrical structure.

This course will give you the confidence needed to enjoy the world of poetry, whether you write for others to read, or just for yourself.

8 modules, with the assignments being set by your tutor to meet your requirements.

Topics covered include:

• Finding inspiration
• Rhyme
• Metre and rhythm
• Form and shape
• Imagery and metaphor
• Use of language
• Humour
• Getting published