| Course Name |
Screenwriting |
| Course Provider |
NUI Galway |
| Course Code |
59216 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 7 NFQ)
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Special Purpose |
National University of Ireland |
Level 7 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time |
| Location (Districts) |
Galway City |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Next start date 14th September 2017 |
| Application Date |
Apply Online
The closing date is 25-August 2017
Early application is advised. Offers will be made when a minimum number of applications have been received.
A limited number of applications may be accepted after the official application closing date, subject to the availability of places. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
Duration 1 year, part-time
Mode of study Classroom-based, Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:30pm
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| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+The Certificate programme is open to anyone with an interest in film and screenwriting who wish to explore their ideas and writing skills.
Basic computer skills will be an advantage. E-mail, internet and NUI Galway's online learning environment ar...
Hide-The Certificate programme is open to anyone with an interest in film and screenwriting who wish to explore their ideas and writing skills.
Basic computer skills will be an advantage. E-mail, internet and NUI Galway's online learning environment are in use throughout the course.
All applicants whose first language is not English, or who have not been educated through the medium of the English language during their two most recent years of study, must present one of the following qualifications in the English language: IELTS: 6.5 or TOEFL (IBT): 92. Please see this webpage for further information: https://www.nuigalway.ie/international-students/english.html
Candidates who are 21 years or over on or before January 1st of year of entry may gain entry to the programme on the basis of mature years. Candidates under 21 years should meet the minimum matriculation requirements as outlined in the Frequently Asked Questions section.
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| Course Content |
The Certificate in Screenwriting offers a basic introduction to the theory and practice of screenwriting. The core objective of the programme is twofold: to verse students in the craft of screenwriting, and help them explore and express their own ideas in an encouraging, supportive and fun environment.
Who’s Suited to This Course
The Certificate course is open to anyone with an interest in film and screenwriting. |
| Subjects Taught |
Expand+The course will comprise of 3 core modules:
1. Introduction to Screenwriting: Writing a Short Film
Aims & Objectives
To introduce students to the idea and reality of cinematic writing.
To help students explore and develop their own ideas an...
Hide-The course will comprise of 3 core modules:
1. Introduction to Screenwriting: Writing a Short Film
Aims & Objectives
To introduce students to the idea and reality of cinematic writing.
To help students explore and develop their own ideas and writing style.
Assessment: Short Film Script (5 ECTS)
2. Screenwriting Theory & Practice: Developing a Feature Film Idea
Aims & Objectives
To advance understanding of the fundamentals of screenwriting and the craft of story structure
To develop student’s writing practice; to ’pitch’ ideas and write synopses and treatments.
To analyse their own and classmate’s work.
Assessment: Feature Film Synopsis and Treatment (5 ECTS)
3. New Screen Stories: Writing for TV and Digital Narrative
Aims & Objectives
To expose students to the various outlets for screen narrative.
To develop ideas and writing style appropriate for different outlets.
To explore emerging opportunities for screen story; e.g animation & gaming.
Assessment: TV Drama or Web Drama Proposal and Outline (5 ECTS)
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| Assessment Method |
Overall assessment is made on the basis of continuous assessment during each module. Students will be given weekly course work and a module assignment on which continuous feedback will be provided. |
| Number of Credits |
ECTS weighting 15 |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Opportunities
The Certificate in Screenwriting should primarily facilitate and enable the expression of talent and ideas in screenplay form. Graduates may also find opportunities in the areas of film development, script editing and arts policy.
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| Further Enquiries |
Ms Jenny Roche
Huston School of Film & Digital Media
NUI Galway
Tel: 091 494182
Email: jenny.roche@nuigalway.ie
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| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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