Creative writing: exploring formats and styles (Session 1) (09P03FC/24)


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Course details

Applicable fees
Total £16.88
Tuition Fees£16.88
This is a full fee course

If you’re interested in taking up creative writing, but are not sure where to start, then this course could be the ideal opportunity you’ve been looking for to put pen to paper and experiment with different formats and styles of creative writing.

On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about a range of styles and formats, such as short stories, scriptwriting and life writing, as well as poetry and children’s and young adult fiction. Your tutor will work with the group to identify methods and techniques for each area and will provide inspiration and ideas to help you to have a go at experimenting with each one.

In each session you’ll have the chance to share your work with other members of the group and to give and receive constructive criticism to help you to continue your development beyond the end of your course.

What will I learn?

On this first session you will learn:

  • How to craft compelling stories that hook readers from the first page.
  • The art of building conflict and tension while exploring the conventions of popular genres.

How much will it cost?

The course fee is shown at the top of the page.

What is it like to learn with East Riding Adult Learning and Employability?

At East Riding Adult Learning and Employability we pride ourselves on the support we give to our learners, from the very first time you contact us, to the day you achieve your goals.

If you choose to join this course you will be supported by our dedicated staff, learn in a small friendly and welcoming group, have the opportunity to take part in activities to practise your skills, be encouraged to continue to practise when you are away from the classroom and receive lots of encouragement to help you build both your skills and your confidence.

As well as working in groups, you will benefit from regular time working with your tutor, discussing your progress and planning your next steps. They will also tell you about all of the other great opportunities that you have access to including help with developing your skills, joining one of our creative skills classes or sessions to improve your health, wellbeing, confidence or resilience. If you are looking for work or aiming for a change of role, then your tutor will also make you aware of the employability programmes we have available to support you in achieving your employment goals.

Our team will be there to support you at every step of your journey and we always welcome your feedback to help us ensure that you feel safe, happy, supported and welcome.

What do I need to join the course?

This is a beginner-level creative writing course. To get the most out of your sessions, you should be willing to put pen to paper and try something new.

What do I need to provide for the first session?

We recommend that you bring your preferred writing equipment, such as a notebook and a pen.

What could I do next?

If you’d like to continue learning more about this topic, you might like to enrol on one of the further Creative writing: exploring formats and styles sessions.

Alternatively, you might like to explore our wider course offer, which includes creative subjects like poetry, photography, arts and crafts, or basic skills, such as English, maths, and digital skills.

Venue Details

Sancton Village Hall
Low Street, Sancton, York
YO43 4QY