The certificate in Creative Writing is an immersive introduction to storytelling with a focus on narrative theory, literature appreciation, screenplay writing and publishing studies. It’s a holistic view that includes a cursory investigation of book cover design to promote both the writing and propagation of narrative content.

  • Day or Evening Classes *A minimum of 5 students are required for a programme to commence
  • Blended Mode Learning for Working Professionals
  • Project-Based Learning
 
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ACCREDITED

TEVETA Reg No: TVA/1061 Certificate Level 4

PRACTICAL PROJECTS

The programme consists of a range of focused mini-projects to develop your conceptual, writing, and editing skills in creative writing which include book cover design and a social media campaign.

All mini-projects culminate in the production of a main project:

  • Novella (15000 to 20000 words)
Emphasis is placed on the following practical skills:

CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

Creative Writing Essentials

Screen Writing Essentials

Book Cover Design

Novel Editing Essentials

Adapting Narrative Texts

Digital Marketing Essentials

Visual Research Methods

Teaching Methodology

  • Hands-on practical classes
  • Individual feedback
  • Studio practice
  • Contemporary theory

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

SUBJECTS

  • Creative Writing
  • Narrative Theory
  • Literature Appreciation
  • Publishing Studies
  • Book Cover Design
  • Screen Writing

SOFTWARE

  • Word/Pages
  • CeltX
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator

Interested in joining one of our programmes?

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Whatsapp/Call: +260 76 388 5871
For all enquiries: info@owu.edu.zm

GET IN TOUCH

Open Window University for the Creative Arts, Ltd (companies registration no: 120190006214) is a Private Higher Education Institution registered as a UNIVERSITY with the Higher Education Authority in Zambia in accordance with the Higher Education Act No. 4 of 2013, holding Certificate Number: 2020/HEA082. Open Window University courses are accredited by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) and registered with the Zambian Qualifications Authority (ZAQA). The Institution has additionally been granted registration in line with the TEVET Act No. 13 of 1998 and TEVET Amendment Act No. 11 of 2005 to offer Level 4 Certificates, with TEVETA Registration Number TVA/ 1061. For more information, please contact Open Window University at info@owu.edu.zm © 2021 Open Window University. All rights reserved.

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