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Creative Writing (Plays and Screenplays) – (M.A.)
City University London
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| Application Deadline: | None, but early application advised | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,614 - ≈ € 16,150 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | London / United Kingdom | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
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Creatively stimulating, challenging, and above all practical, this innovative part-time two year course provides a supportive and thought-provoking environment for playwrights and screenwriters to explore their ideas, develop their craft, and finish a full-length work to a high standard.
Why take this MA? * The course is informed by the experiences of leading writers and is distinctive in offering professional level training in three media - theatre, film and television
* The course is taught by practising professionals who are also experienced educators. Its advisory board includes Julian Fellowes, Stephen Poliakoff, Kwame Kwei-Armah and Meera Syal.
* City's location in Islington, near to Sadler's Wells, places us right in the heart of one of the world's most vibrant cities - and just minutes away from some of its most exciting theatres
Industry ties The course has strong ties with leading playwrights and screenwriters. Recent visiting speakers include Richard Bean, Alan Bennett, Ronan Bennett, J Blakeson, Adam Brace, Laurence Coriat, Rib Davies, Martha Fiennes, Stuart Hazeldine, Olivia Hetreed, Mike Leigh, Rebecca Lenkiewicz, Patrick Marber, Paula Mayeda Berges, Anthony Neilson, Diane Samuels, Sue Teddern, Colin Teevan and Roy Williams.
You will have the opportunity to meet agents, producers, and directors. Recent guests have included Matthew Bates, Matthew Dench, Tony Garnett, Nick Marston, Margaret Matheson, Jeremy Mortimer, George Perrin, David Thompson, Tessa Walker, Mervyn Watson, Anthea Williams and screenwriting author Linda Aronson.
Contents
In the first year you acquire a critical understanding of classic and contemporary plays and films from the writer's point of view, and an in-depth practical knowledge of playwriting and screenwriting. There are also specialist sessions on writing for radio and television drama. No single style or genre is prescribed; the ethos of the programme is excellence and diversity. The course is suitable for writers with some experience who want to develop their practice and ideas and work in the industry.
In the second year you choose to write either a full length play, or screenplay, or a pilot for an original television series (along with the series "bible" and synopses for several episodes). In addition to completing a full length play or script, you participate in workshops taught by practising screenwriters and playwrights, and have the opportunity to work with actors and to experience a professional script development process. There will be a showcase of work at the end of the programme to which industry professionals and advisory board members are invited.
Course Structure Modules:
* Dramatic writing
* Writing workshop
* The production business
* Own play or screenplay
Teaching and Assessment Teaching is based around a mix of practical workshops, seminars and lectures. All this is supported by one-to-one tutorials and by independent study: notably reading and preparing presentations on set texts and performing set writing exercises. As the course progresses, the emphasis shifts to independent study and is supported by workshops and one-to-one tutorials.
Central to all three Creative Writing MA courses is the requirement to finish a full-length novel, memoir, play or screenplay. The course culminates in a showcase of your work to an audience of industry professionals and other interested parties.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
You will usually have a first degree, in any subject. But successful completion of a certificate course in creative writing, or professional qualifications, or relevant experience such as acting or directing may also be acceptable. The prime criteria are proven ability and commitment.
You will be required to submit a portfolio of their writing and to attend or (if overseas) to participate by telephone in an interview.
Other Suitable Qualifications
Mature students are encouraged to apply. If in doubt about your qualifications please contact us before applying.
For students whose first language is not English an IELTS score of at least 7.0 is required (with 7.0 in the writing component).
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 7.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
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