Autumn

An Introduction to Creative Writing (Core Module)

   
The module aims to provide students with the skills necessary to produce short pieces of imaginative writing. It introduces a range of contemporary texts (poetry, prose, drama), looking at their main characteristics, whilst developing skills to use language accurately and imaginatively. Through exploration of a range of forms students will develop confidence and expertise. This module is the first part of the University Certificate of Lifelong Learning (Creative Writing) and it is recommended, though not essential, that students complete it before undertaking any of the other modules which form this certificate.

Elizabeth Linklater CertEd MA

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 01 October 2012  
• No. of weeks: 11
• Full fee: £250.00
• Credits: 20 

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Developing the Skills of Writing Scripts

   
Students will be presented with opportunities to examine and develop appropriate imaginative writing skills to be applied to a range of scripting forms. Through group discussion of work in progress, individual tuition based on drafts and revisions and work on themes and forms, students will be led through the planning, writing and completion of a script with the ultimate goal of writing to professional standards. It is recommended, though not essential, that students complete the Core Module and Critical Analysis before enrolling.

Elizabeth Linklater CertEd MA

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 01 October 2012  
• No. of weeks: 11
• Full fee: £150.00
• Credits: 10 

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Online Creative Writing Workshop

  
An online Creative Writing Workshop for beginners and those looking to refresh their writing skills. All learning will take place via distance, making this an ideal way for busy creative writers to refine their skills at a time convenient to them - this is truly flexible learning with no requirement to be available at any specific time. Students will work through a structured series of specifically designed writing exercises all from the comfort of their own homes, receiving regular tutor and peer feedback along the way.

Damian McDonald BSc MA

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 08 October 2012
• No. of weeks: 10
• Full fee: £107.00

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800 Years of York

  
Taught entirely online over 10 weeks, this innovative and interactive course is designed to introduce you to the history of York, telling the stories of the people that have made this city the multi-faceted experience it is today. Starting with the historic Charter of 1212 we will unpick the city’s key stories to give you an overview of York’s last 800 years, covering medieval monasteries, Guy Fawkes, and the industrialisation of the 19th century... and beyond.

Gillian Waters BA MA PGDip PGCE

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 8 October 2012
• No. of weeks: 10
• Full fee: £107.00

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Spring

An Introduction to Critical Analysis

   
This module introduces students to the skills relevant to critical analysis from a writer’s perspective. It examines the work of renowned writers to underpin students’ understanding of how to write successfully. Taking in a number of genres; poetry, prose fiction and scripts, the module will analyse the structure of literary forms and show students how to use language both accurately and appropriately. It is recommended, though not essential, that students have previously completed the Core Module in creative writing before enrolling.

Elizabeth Linklater CertEd MA

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 7 January 2013  
• No. of weeks: 11
• Full fee: £150.00
• Credits: 10 

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Developing the Skills of Writing Fiction

   
Students will explore and develop appropriate imaginative writing skills for use in a variety of prose-writing forms including the short story, the novel, autobiography and journal writing. Through group discussion of work in progress, individual tuition based on drafts and revisions, and work on themes and forms, students will be led through the planning, writing and completion of a variety of pieces with the goal of writing to professional standards. It is recommended, though not essential, that students complete the Core Module and Critical Analysis before enrolling.

Elizabeth Linklater CertEd MA

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 7 January 2013  
• No. of weeks: 11
• Full fee: £150.00
• Credits: 10 

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Online Creative Writing Workshop

  
An online Creative Writing Workshop for beginners and those looking to refresh their writing skills. All learning will take place via distance, making this an ideal way for busy creative writers to refine their skills at a time convenient to them - this is truly flexible learning with no requirement to be available at any specific time. Students will work through a structured series of specifically designed writing exercises all from the comfort of their own homes, receiving regular tutor and peer feedback along the way.

Damian McDonald BSc MA

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 21 January 2013 
• No. of weeks: 10
• Full fee: £107.00

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Online Fiction Writing Workshop

  
Designed for both new and experienced writers, this online fiction writing course will take you through the process of writing fiction, beginning with suggestions for how to find stories, how to shape them, and how to breathe life into the characters and settings. Each week offers links for discussion, exercises, and the chance to share your thoughts about writing. By the end, it is hoped you will have completed a short story of 2,000 words, as well as having many more ideas for other stories, and possibly longer fiction.

Lisa Selvidge BA MA

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 21 January 2013 
• No. of weeks: 10
• Full fee: £107.00

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Summer

Developing the Skills of Writing Poetry

   
Students will be presented with opportunities to explore and develop appropriate imaginative writing skills for writing in a variety of poetic forms. Through group discussion of work in progress, individual tuition based on drafts and revisions and work on themes and forms, students will be led through the planning, writing and completion of a collection of poems with the ultimate goal of helping them write to professional standards. It is recommended, though not essential, that students complete the Core Module and Critical Analysis before enrolling.

Elizabeth Linklater CertEd MA

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 15 April 2013  
• No. of weeks: 11
• Full fee: £150.00
• Credits: 10 

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Online Fiction Writing Workshop

  
Designed for both new and experienced writers, this online fiction writing course will take you through the process of writing fiction, beginning with suggestions for how to find stories, how to shape them, and how to breathe life into the characters and settings. Each week offers links for discussion, exercises, and the chance to share your thoughts about writing. By the end, it is hoped you will have completed a short story of 2,000 words, as well as having many more ideas for other stories, and possibly longer fiction.

Lisa Selvidge BA MA

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 22 April 2013 
• No. of weeks: 10
• Full fee: £107.00

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The King's Manor

The King's Manor, one of historic York's most attractive and unusual sites, is enjoying a renaissance which is both physical and intellectual.

This group of largely Grade I medieval buildings is a vivid evocation of the past - but how much do you know about its history? Originally the Abbot's House of St Mary's Abbey, the King's Manor served the Tudors and Stuarts as a seat of government, becoming residences in the 18th century and a school in the 19th. It would be fair to say that the history of the King's Manor weaves a continuous thread in the history of York since medieval times.

As much as possible, this five week online course will try to recreate the experience of the classroom. Each week, we’ll explore a facet of the King’s Manor through explanatory materials, and discuss key topics which arise through the online discussion tools.

Students are expected to possess their own computer, have access to a broadband-standard internet connection and should have basic IT skills such as browsing the web and word processing. There is no requirement to attend face-to-face sessions at any point in the programme and you can access and engage with the materials at a time and place convenient to you each week. 

Alexandra Beresford BA MA

• Day: Online
• Start Date: 20 May 2013  
• No. of weeks: 5
• Full fee: £53.50 

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