SH040 Fiction Writing

Fiction Writing

This course provides a comprehensive guide to successful fiction writing and focuses on a variety of creative writing techniques and styles.

Course Description

The OCN Fiction Writing Award looks at the practical aspects of getting published plus the essential elements of both short stories and novels. The programme is designed for anyone considering the professional authoring of fiction and studies a variety of media including books, short stories, radio and television. It focuses also on the different techniques and styles available to the creative writer.

Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you.

Previous Knowledge Required

There are no formal entry requirements and no previous experience is required to take this course although you need to have an access to a PC with Microsoft Word or Microsoft Works installed. You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with full tutor support.

Support

You will be provided with comprehensive materials designed to provide you with everything required to complete your course of study. You will have your own dedicated tutor who will guide you through your course work and answer any questions you may have. Additionally our Help Desk will provide you with any practical advice by email or phone.

Assessment

The OCN certificate is gained by successfully completing a series of tutor marked assignments.

Modules

• Introduction to Fiction
• Basic Techniques of Freelance Journalism
• Content / Style / Technique
• Marketing
• The Short Story
• The Fiction Market
• Theme / Emotion / Viewpoint / Style
• Plot, Characters and Characterisation
• Motives / Mannerism / Dialogue
• Writing for Radio
• Writing for Television
• Writing the Novel

Awarding Body

OCN (North West) are a National Awarding Body, who is recognised by the department for Education and Skills and by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority in Britain.

6 higher education credits are provided upon completion of this course.

Center: Study House

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