Module Details

Module Code: EDUC C2802
Module Title: Creative Writing and Narrative
Title: Creative Writing and Narrative
Module Level:: 7
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Myles Kelly
Module Author:: Eleanor OLeary
Domains:  
Module Description: Students will explore elements of the creative process, developing their personal creativity and knowledge of the structures of writing as a professional practice. The module focuses on the aspects of creative writing that align with careers in the media and creative industries.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Gain knowledge of writing for media industries
LO2 Demonstrate an understanding of narrative theory and structure
LO3 Apply creativity to the structures of professional writing
LO4 Develop written and interpersonal communication skills
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Narrative theory
Structures, uses, elements and effects - Todorov, Propp, Barthes
Pitch writing
Idea generation, problem-solving, research, presentation
Scriptwriting
Treatment, formatting, storyboarding, structure
Genre
Style, form, content, categories, sub-genres, hybridity, breaking with form
Creative practice and cultural criticism
Appreciation and practice of creative non-fiction writing - reviews, blogs, commentaries, reflective writing, travel, sport and food writing
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 100
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Students will produce 3 assessment pieces that address creative practice and theory
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact In-class delivery Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Time Non Contact Research, writing, reading Every Week 6.00 6
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Kent Puckett. (2016), Narrative Theory, Cambridge University Press, [ISBN: 9781139522502].
  • Lee Gutkind. (2012), You Can't Make this Stuff Up, Da Capo Lifelong, p.270, [ISBN: 0738215546].
  • Jack Hart. Story Craft, 2nd. University of Chicago Press, Chicago, [ISBN: 022673692X].
  • Mark Kramer,Wendy Call. (2007), Telling True Stories, Penguin, p.336, [ISBN: 0452287553].
  • Paul Dawson, Maria Mäkelä. (2022), The Routledge Companion to Narrative Theory, Routledge, [ISBN: 978036756973].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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