2008/09 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
ENGL3225 Creative Writing: Playwriting
20 creditsClass Size: 12
School of English
Module manager: Professor Jane Plastow
Email: J.Plastow@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2008/09
This module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
On completion of this module, students will be equipped to appreciate the processes involved in drafting manuscripts for dramatic performance and be able to demonstrate their understanding of the relationship between the written word and its performed manifestation through practical application.Learning outcomes
Students undertaking this module will develop an ability to communicate successfully in a dramatic genre. They will be able to structure dramatic writing to work effectively on stage, and will develop skills in playwriting in relation to any or all of the following: character, plot, narrative, register, voice, mood, description, detail, dialogue and theatrical form. Students will acquire skills in editing their writing and communicating with an audience. Students will study a range of forms of dramatic writing and be able to see how they work as effective pieces of theatre.
Syllabus
This module offers students the opportunity to develop their creative skills as writers of original dramatic material. The module will be taught by a professional playwright.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Workshop | 6 | 2.00 | 12.00 |
| Tutorial | 4 | 1.00 | 4.00 |
| Private study hours | 184.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 16.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 | ||
Private study
Preparation for workshops and writing of written material.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Workshop contribution.On-going work for portfolio.
Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Portfolio | Dramatic written material with an upper limit of 5,000 words | 80.00 |
| Assignment | Written appraisal of the practical presentation of a piece of original material (1,000 words) | 20.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 24/07/2008
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