Screenwriting

FTV1008

This course is critical for aspiring writers, but will also aid directors, producers and other creative practitioners to gain insights into the essential concepts and processes involved in the creation, communication and interpretation of story. Screenwriting goes into detail about developing ideas, story structure, character description and development, dialogue and more.

Students will explore the craft of storytelling in terms of story development and script writing. The course will have a particular focus on short films and documentaries, but will also include the principles and craft of other platforms and genres.

Only for students accepted at the Bachelor program Film and TV production

On successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

Skills:

Utilize essential storytelling concepts and tools.
Communicate ideas and narratives clearly and functionally.

Knowledge:

Identify and evaluate appropriate use of principles within classic story structures.
Recognize and examine the craft of visual storytelling in written works.

General Competence: