Subject description

This subject offers a practical introduction to creative writing through the three key genres of poetry, prose, and scriptwriting. It introduces students to a wide range of creative texts with the aim of developing their writing, editing and critical skills. It provides students with the opportunity to workshop their writing … For more content click the Read More button below.

Equivalence

CACW101 - Writing Foundation: Prose Fiction and Non-fiction
CACW106 - Writing Foundation: Script
CACW105 - Writing Foundation: Poetry

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

Delivery

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Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Identify and employ a range of creative writing techniques across the genres of poetry, prose and scriptwriting
2.
Reflect critically on creative works from a range of genres, including their own work and the work of their peers
3.
Apply drafting and sub-editing skills to a text in order to enhance its overall effect
4.
Position their own writing within the broader context of contemporary literature

Assessment details

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Work integrated learning

Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.

Textbook information

No prescribed textbooks for this subject. Students will be advised of recommended texts at the commencement of session

Contact details

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