LIT221 Creative Writing (8)
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. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 1 | | Internal | Albury-Wodonga Campus | Session 2 | | Internal | Albury-Wodonga Campus | | Internal | Bathurst Campus | | Internal | Wagga Wagga Campus | | Distance | Wagga Wagga Campus |
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.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Humanities and Social Sciences |
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Learning OutcomesUpon 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 |
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SyllabusThe 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
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The information contained in the 2014 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 13 September 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
