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This module introduces you to and enhances your understanding of writing for the medium of graphic fiction. You will begin by developing core skills and techniques for creating graphic fiction narratives. Frequent writing challenges will help hone your critical self-reflexivity, aided by formative masterclass feedback. Visiting speakers will discuss their processes and career paths, illustrating the range of opportunities and individual approaches that flourish in this medium. You will be encouraged to forge creative partnerships enhancing your collaborative skills. Writing graphic fiction for particular markets and building challenging audience expectations is the focus during the final weeks of this module.

LO1: generate ideas for a variety of approaches to graphic fiction narrative
LO2: exercise appropriate judgement in identifying the most effective techniques for a particular graphic fiction narrative
LO3: analyse the function, limitations and possibilities of graphic fiction narratives
LO4: engage in critical self-reflection and dialogue to appraise the professional potential of your work
LO5: produce artistically ambitious and marketable short scripts for graphic fiction narratives