Course overview
The Honours Creative Writing Thesis provides an opportunity to undertake an advanced level creative project in Creative Writing. The aim of the course is to provide students with an opportunity to develop a creative project of their own choice and to develop creative writing skills appropriate to the genre of form of writing undertaken. Workshops will develop skills in creative project concept and development, editing and re-writing, reading and reviewing, development of knowledge of broad field of writing and current critical reception of chosen form or genre. Students will work closely with a supervisor in individual supervision meetings.
Course learning outcomes
- The ability to think creatively and critically.
- The ability to communicate concepts and ideas effectively through writing and discussion.
- Specialised knowledge of creative techniques in relation to a chosen genre.
- A broad knowledge of contemporary writing through directed and self-directed reading
- The skills to research, synthesise, and integrate information into a creative form
- The ability to set appropriate goals and work to a deadline
- The ability to work independently and cooperatively
- An understanding of ethical issues in the writing profession
- The ability to revise and edit written manuscripts
- A broad understanding of contemporary publishing issues and opportunities
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 59343
Section 01CE
Size 30
Available 30
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