Creative Writing Workshop - Plotting A Novel

Course intent

We’ve all heard that there is a novel inside each of us, but how do we go about writing it?

One of the most important elements of a novel is the Plot and this course will help you understand how to create a strong, cohesive plot structure to build your idea around

What will we cover?

• We will use the Three Act Structure as our framework because it is the best known and most used plot structure. Once you have understood how to work with it, you can apply the methods to any other structure you like.

• We will cover how to assess ideas, settings and characters as well as ways to create a plot outline and strategies to deal with the enormous and unwieldy task that is writing a novel.
• The day will be a mix of presentations, exercises and discussions designed to help you explore how you want to approach Plotting a Novel.

  Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

  This course is for adult Improvers who have some knowledge of Creative writing

The minimum standard of English required is equivalent to GCSE grade 4 (previously C), level 2.

As our courses are taught in English, please contact us if you have any concerns about your level of English.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

All you need to bring is pen/pencil and notebook. You can also use a laptop or tablet if you prefer.

There are no extra costs on this course.

What can I do when I finish the course?

In discussion with your tutor, you may like to progress onto our Creative Writing courses which run each term at Guildford, Woking and Farnham.

Or you could enhance your learning on our other Arts and Crafts courses

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class. Surrey Adult Learning values and supports equality and diversity by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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