There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

This module is an introduction to scriptwriting for television and will examinethe requirements for fictional drama programmes. You will learn about howstory ideas can be generated; define a story/programme idea in a shortoutline; pitch ideas and develop a script. You will also learn about the differentscript formats used in the television industry. Through a series of lectures,tutorials and group tasks you will learn about key concepts in storydevelopment and writing for television. You will develop the creative andcritical skills required to progress from an outline/treatment to a completedshort script for television. You will be encouraged to identify opportunities fornew writing in the schedules of a range of broadcasters. The projects youdevelop to fit these schedules will be treated as professional pieces of work.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate the development of an original creative vision.

LO2: Apply knowledge and understanding of the craft of screenwriting to write
a character-based story with realistic dialogue and appropriate levels of
dramatic conflict.

LO3: Demonstrate the ability to write in professional screenplay format.

LO4: Critically reflect on the ways in which your original creative ideas fit within
the wider scripted production landscape.