Writing and Journalism Courses - Fiction Writing - Level 3

COURSE DETAILS

STUDENT PROFILE

This programme is designed for anyone considering professional authoring for a variety of media including books, short stories, radio and television. The aim of this self-study course is to provide a comprehensive guide to the skills and techniques of writing fiction successfully, and will enable students to study a variety of styles. The course also examines practical aspects of getting published plus the essential elements of both short stories and novels.

COURSE OUTLINE

The course consists of the modules listed below:

• 1. The Short Story
• 2. The Theme
• 3. The Plot
• 4. The Characters
• 5. Getting Started
• 6. Title & Dialogue
• 7. Practical Details
• 8. Writing a Novel

DURATION

This course can be completed in a range of ways, through teaching in our centre or through a long distance course. Click on the ‘Apply now’ link and we will email you the options available.

STUDY PACK

Your study pack contains everything required to complete your course and no further purchases are necessary.

ASSESSMENT

This course is assessed through a series of tutor marked assignments. No attendance at an exams centre is required.

ACCREDITATION

TThis course is validated by OCNNWR and provides 6 credits. These can be accumulated with other course or unit credits over a period of time which can lead to an accredited qualification.

The course is provided by Study House which is a recognised centre for courses validated by OCNNWR.

OCNNWR provides validated courses through its provider organisations which must meet robust quality assurance standards. It is a licensed member of NOCN which is an approved awarding body licensed by QCA to offer accredited qualifications.

SUPPORT

Support comes from the teachers in the centre. Support will be given from the teachers for the period the student is enrolled, all our teachers are very helpful and will help a student deal with any enquiry they might have.