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EL2011:03

Creative Writing

Townsville

HECS Band 1

26 lecture/workshops, 10 tutorials. Semester 1.

Students will be admitted to this subject on the basis of a credit or better result in El1010 or substantial portfolio.

The subject involves both practical and theoretical explorations of the art of creative writing. It covers a wide range of the essential techniques required to create successful poetry, prose and dialogue. An emphasis will be placed upon students developing a broad skills base, rather than specialisation in any one genre. Aspects of presentation, audience reception, editing and cultural contexts will be covered.

Learning Objectives:

students completing this subject should develop skills in writing and editing creative work in a range of genres;

students should be able to present creative work for publication and performance at a professional standard.

Assessment by assignments (80%); class participation (20%).