Screenwriters are responsible for the vast majority of storylines we see in films and television programmes. As a screenwriter, you will work either by yourself or with a team to create original stories for characters, adapt well known books, or recreate old storylines. By studying for a degree in screenwriting, you will be able to take your talent in writing and turn it into a career, gaining industry standard skills and experience.
An undergraduate degree in screenwriting will provide you with a good foundation of knowledge in the area. The modules you study will develop your creative writing skills, your ability to transform ideas from page to screen, how to create original narratives, and the language of film scripts, among other things.
Your degree will be delivered through a mixture of modes. These will include lectures and seminars, as well as incorporating practical sessions. You may also be presented with the opportunity to take part in a work experience placement module or year, which will allow you to develop your professional practice.
The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.
Film and Screenwriting with Foundation Year BA (Hons)
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Screenwriting - The Thirty-Minute Script Short Course
Birkbeck, University of London United Kingdom
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