Creative Writing Workshop - Flash Fiction

Course intent

Flash Fiction is one of the fastest growing forms of prose writing with many writers and readers enjoying the demands of ‘short, short fiction’. This course will help you understand the ingredients of a successful piece of Flash Fiction.

If short stories are the most difficult form of prose writing, how do you approach writing a Flash piece in under 500 words? The challenges posed by this constraint are sometimes frustrating but the results are very satisfying.

What will we cover?

• We will explore what makes good Flash Fiction and techniques for writing with the brevity and precision that the word count demands.

• The skills learned in writing within a word limit are valuable; editing to express ideas concisely and building vocabulary are useful in any form of writing. Mastering these skills with help to build your confidence in your writing.

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

  This course is for adult Beginners and Improvers.

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 may also bring a laptop or tablet.

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.

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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