LIT221 Creative Writing (8)
CSU Discipline Area: English (ENGLI)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject aims to develop students' skills in imaginative writing by focussing on specific techniques and genres. It is organised into two modules: short fiction and poetry. The subject will consist of seminars and workshops on various aspects of writing - conceptual, developmental and practical. Tuition by visiting writers-in-residence will be a feature of this subject.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Albury-Wodonga |
| Internal | Bathurst |
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: LIT221
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- Be able to demonstrate an understanding of some of the formatting, drafting and architectural principles of writing
- Be able to analyse and assess fiction and poetry
- Be able to produce successfully completed work in the genres studied
- Be able to demonstrate and understanding of various editing skills
- Be able to relate their own writing to the current context of creative writing in Australia
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
MODULE 1 Short fiction with respect to: Structure Character Narrative Mood Metaphor Audience MODULE 2 Poetry with respect to: Shape Style Figurative language Performance/experimentation Performance
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.