What you'll learn
Learning the art of creative writing through our writing short courses in Sydney!
Do you want to try creative writing but you aren't sure where to start? You can learn the fundamentals of creative writing in this practical course for beginners. With this creative writing course, you will develop an understanding of plot, structure, and character, familiarising yourself with different styles of creative writing while learning to create your own. Designed to instruct, support, and inspire writers of any genre, this course will help you discover and develop the basic tools and techniques of creative writing in a supportive environment with constructive feedback.
If you want to gain more fluency and confidence in your creative writing skills, this course is for you.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this creative writing course, you will have enhanced your career prospects by:
- Understand different creative works, and how to create your own
- Connect with other writers to further hone your skills and craft
- Create characters readers want to cheer for
- Develop plot and structure best suited for your works that will hook the reader
- Understand the basics of grammar and how to polish your work for the reader and/or publisher viewing
Course content
What will be covered in this creative writing course?
- What, why and how to write
- Setting up the right time management and environment for the creative writer
- Inspirational works – we examine different types of writing, including poetry, novels and other works
- Creative sources, concept development, theme and style
- Finding your writing tribe
- Character, dialogue and description
- Plot and story structure
- Writing, revision, editing, submission - grammar, punctuation, and structural integrity of your work, as well as market submissions
Intended audience
Who is this creative writing course for?
This course is for students looking to upskill, ranging from beginners to professionals, who are interested in writing across any genre.
Course materials
What to bring to class
- A notebook and pen
Course testimonials
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Linda said: ...a very safe space to explore being a writer. I was really inspired and encouraged to write. Loved it.
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Helen said: A course that helped us develop our skills and enabled us to really enjoy the writing process.
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Julie said: Our teacher was brilliant, knowledgeable and warm and friendly. She didn't hold back on any information, the notes were thorough and relaxed, it was safe to share our writing, she was so encouraging and supportive.
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Gavin said: Shannon has a pleasant but passionate energy on the topic. She opened a door for me to feel more comfortable writing.
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Harley said: I love this course and really enjoyed every moment of it, I would love it if it was maybe a bit longer to go more in-depth maybe.
Course tutors
Shannon Curtis
Great reasons to enrol in a short course with us
Small classes
A personal approach means quality learning, so you can enjoy plenty of interaction with your instructor and the chance to ask questions.
Short & sweet
Our short courses & workshops get straight to the point, providing the skills you need with minimal commitment of your precious time.
Facilities & equipment
Our range of venues suit every type of course, are easy to get to, and have the equipment and tech needed to support your learning.
Easy, secure enrolment
Enrol online 24/7 with a safe, convenient 3-step process, and you can change your mind up to 7 days before class starts.
Quality instructors
Our educators bring first-hand experience and knowledge, with up-to-the-minute practices from diverse industries.
Business or pleasure
Our courses help you rapidly increase your skills and knowledge, for professional development or personal interest.
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