James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2023

EL2011 - Creative Writing

Subject Description

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 Outcomes

• 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

Subject Assessment

• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (20%) - Individual
• Participation > Class participation - (20%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Creative work - (60%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  EL3011 EL5011

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