57124 Novel Writing Workshop
8cpRequisite(s): 57041 Advanced Narrative Writing OR 57031 Non-fiction Writing
Graduate subject – Writing – 400 level
This is an advanced workshop subject for students who have already commenced work on a novel and who are keen to progress towards a completed final draft of a manuscript. The focus of this subject is upon polishing, redrafting, editing and completing. The final work should be 30,000 words (longer manuscripts are accepted and encouraged, but restrictions may apply to feedback/assessment). Students are expected to write and circulate for peer assessment drafts of chapters from their work-in-progress every week.
Additionally, students study a select range of contemporary and classical novels and extracts as well as some secondary material that enhances their understanding of the art of novel writing.
The aim of this subject is to provide focus and encouragement to enable students to realise their aim of producing a strong draft novel or novella.
Assessment: Assessment includes the critical appraisal of one of the set texts, and structured feedback on the complete manuscript of another student.
Typical availability
Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus
Detailed subject description.
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $866.83
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,900.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.167Access conditions
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