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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Location
Bognor Regis Campus, University of Chichester
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
22-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Our BA (Hons) Screenwriting course allows you to find your own voice, hone your creativity, and gain the skills and disciplines required for a future career in the screenwriting industry.
Examine the art and craft of screenwritingThis course teaches you the key aspects of contemporary screenwriting practice, as you develop your skills and knowledge to produce vibrant and original screenplays in line with the requirements of the industry.You will explore structure, genre, character, and tone through project work and analysis as you shape your own style and process.
Build your portfolio of workThroughout the course, you will learn to produce a portfolio of work that aligns your skills with your commercial and professional objectives to enhance your career prospects.
See your work come to lifeThroughout your degree, you will collaborate with our BA (Hons) Digital Film Production students to help produce your work, see your ideas come to life, and enhancing your vital employability skills.
Learn from expert and industry-experienced staffOur team of professional and experienced screenwriters are here to help you create your best work and prepare you to proceed into the screenwriting industry at a professional level.
Hear from industry professionalsWe regularly welcome a wide range of industry insiders to hold talks and deliver guest lectures to provide you with a unique insight into the professional world.
You will learn to write:- A TV "Bible" -- TV Drama scripts- Short film and feature scripts- Feature film treatments- Film pitches- Professional synopsis and outlines- Charity campaign scripts
On this course you will:- Gain an in-depth knowledge of writing for the screen across a variety of genres and forms.- Learn from our expert team of industry-experienced screenwriters.- Grow your confidence to share and constructively discuss you own work with peers and tutors.- Collaborate with Digital Film Production students to see your screenplays come to life.- Join a community of writers who can support and learn from each other.
PartnershipsAs a part of the Department of Creative Industries you will benefit from our industry partnerships with companies including HyperX, DXRacer, Twitch, ARRI, and AVID, and be able to access to industry standard software such as Nuke, Maya and Houdini.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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拢 16,344per year
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University information
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University League Table
79th
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Campus address
University of Chichester, Bishop Otter Campus, College Lane, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6PE, England
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Subject ranking
38th out of 50 6
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Entry standards
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
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