Writing Courses

... and create something new. We will analyse a selection of horror films from Frankenstein and The Mummy through to current politically-charged horror satires like Get Out and The Purge. Through discussion and writing exercises, we will explore where these stories come from, how they work, and how they often...

...This course will appeal to those interested in becoming professional writers as well as those who simply enjoy writing creatively (whether fiction or non-fiction) We believe the future of research lies in breaking down traditional barriers between academic disciplines so the bigger problems... Learn about: Creative Writing...

...Students will gain confidence in their writing as they are taught: How to use the senses, figurative language and to correct grammar and punctuation... Learn about: Creative Writing...

...This class will focus on the craft of writing genre science fiction. Students write and read science fiction and analyze and discuss stories written for the class. For the first eight weeks, readings in contemporary science fiction accompany lectures and formal writing assignments intended...

...Historical fiction is writing that remakes the past, pulling from anecdote and archive details that ignite the imagination of writer and reader alike. On this course you'll learn how to begin work on a writing project that demands sensitivity to a particular time period, how to start the research...

...This course will help to further develop your skills for a range of different types of writing. The course is suitable for those with some knowledge of the subject... Learn about: Creative Writing...

...If you already have good writing skills, then this course is for you. If you know when to use a semi-colon or colon in the place of a comma or full stop, or know your opinion on the use of the Oxford comma we highly recommend this course to boost your writing skills and business writing to the... Learn about: Writing Skills, Business Writing...

...Students can progress to the Advanced Creative Writing class. Welcome to Eastlight choose from our onsite training solutions and scheduled training courses across a wide range of technical and non-technical topics... Learn about: Creative Writing...

...? Resilience is about how we bounce back from stressful situations without experiencing long term adverse effects. This practical and experiential course will provide you with skills and strategies to build your resilience reservoir through poetry and therapeutic writing. It is for both personal...

...Overview At a glance Reflective writing is often used for assessment in Health and Education. This free one hour course introduces the concept of how reflection can promote a more active approach in learning, connect relationships between prior knowledge and new information and how to begin...

...This is an ideal introductory course for those who wish to develop an enthusiasm for writing. The course is suitable for beginners... Learn about: Creative Writing...

...Letters Formal vs Informal Skills Reading Writing Punctuation Grammar How to construct an effective letter Considerations Who is the letter to?...

...Defining your message; writing a good press release - what information to include and how to construct it; distributing your release; back-up queries...

...Overview This mixed ability class shows new writers how to get started and will suggest useful writing habits. It will investigate different... Learn about: Creative Writing...

...This exciting new degree is aimed at students who want to combine a mastery of a range of ‘non traditional’ modes of writing (such as digital fiction and screenwriting) with the study of others forms of media (for example television and radio, film and video, software and computer games, design... Learn about: Professional Writing...

...This intensive, practical, one-day course looks at the various aspects of both planning and writing professional reports. By looking at the anticipated audience, the course focuses on how to prepare reports that will match up to, and exceed, the expectations of the reader. It will teach you to... Learn about: Report Writing...

...Using examples from published material and writing exercises set in class, the course examines how to write a picture book text. Over two days with the opportunity to develop and explore hands-on writing techniques, we will examine the unique relationship between the words and the illustration...

... life and exploring your own interior world. This short course explores approaches to writing engaging and inspiring correspondence, to friends, family or even to yourself...

...An opportunity to try out ideas for children’s stories, to develop your writing and learn about the current state of children’s book publishing. This taster course does not cover picture book writing. The Tutor Author and screenwriter Neil Arksey has had a number of novels for children and young... Learn about: Writing for children...

...Students will be given a range of writing prompts to inspire a piece of writing in a genre of their choice. Participants will receive tutor and peer feedback on their writing. This workshop is perfect for established writers looking for fresh inspiration or for beginning writers looking for...