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Creative Writing - Beginners (online) Level A

Course code: P10616

Subject area: Languages

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

18:30 - 20:30

Days of week:

Wednesday

Course date:

23rd Sept 2026 - 2nd Dec 2026

Course location:

Online

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

Expand your skills, sharpen your style, and explore advanced techniques to craft compelling, sophisticated stories that reflect your unique voice.
The course will cover a range of topics, with flexibility to meet the unique needs and goals of each student.

Topics include:• Crafting and refining short stories and novels• Finding inspiration and overcoming writer’s block• Developing story structure, including plot arcs and sub-plots• Creating complex, memorable characters• Writing authentic, engaging dialogue• Exploring first and third person perspectives• Techniques for reviewing and editing drafts• Writing for different mediums: stage, screen, poetry and experimental creative writing• Writing creative non-fiction• Blogging and writing for online platforms• Strategies for getting published and submitting work

Please note there is 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?
Creative Writing - Beginners (online) Level B
Entry criteria
There are no specific entry requirements, but students will be expected to do written exercises in class and as homework in order to make the most of the course.

It may have helped to have completed Creative Writing Beginners A, B and/or C; however, it is not a prerequisite.

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+)

£199.60

Reduced Fee (19+)

£99.80

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