The learning outcomes will be achieved through the following teaching methodologies:
Lectures – Communication of knowledge and ideas from lecturer to student. Creative Practice – Students will
participate in group and individual activities to apply knowledge and theory to experiences of the creative writing for media industries. Class Discussion
– Students will be actively encouraged to participate in debates and discussions E- Learning – VLE
(Blackboard) will be used.
Module Aim:
Students will explore elements of the creative process, developing their personal creativity and knowledge of the structures of writing as a professional practice. The module focuses on the aspects of creative writing that align with careers in the media and creative industries.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Gain knowledge of writing for media industries
LO2
Demonstrate an understanding of narrative theory and structure
LO3
Apply creativity to the structures of professional writing
LO4
Develop written and interpersonal communication skills
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Narrative theory
Structures, uses, elements and effects - Todorov, Propp, Barthes
Pitch writing
Idea generation, problem-solving, research, presentation
Scriptwriting
Treatment, formatting, storyboarding, structure
Genre
Style, form, content, categories, sub-genres, hybridity, breaking with form
Creative practice and cultural criticism
Appreciation and practice of creative non-fiction writing - reviews, blogs, commentaries, reflective writing, travel, sport and food writing
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Portfolio
Students will produce 3 assessment pieces that address creative practice and theory
1,2,3,4
100.00
n/a
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment