Module Title:Creative Writing and Narrative
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:7
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: 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

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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
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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 Assessment100.00%
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

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Every Week 3.00
Independent Learning Time Every Week 6.00
Total Hours 9.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_DPCCS_B Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Content Creation and Social Media 3 Mandatory