Push the boundaries of comedy writing to its limits. Interrogate big ideas like sex, politics, religion and family through comedy. Or just write a show that’s unashamedly stupid! There are lots of opportunities right now and a great need for new comedy writers. Get the skills, tools and industry-focus which will push your projects to the top of the commissioning editor’s pile and see your script green-lit. Who knows, you could see yourself on the way to the BAFTAs, Oscars or Golden Globes with the next Fleabag, VEEP, Modern Family or Father Ted.
Modules could include: □□ Comic Storytelling for Screen and Audio □□ Screen Industries: Professional Development in Comedy □□ Individual Comedy Script Development □□ Comedy Writers’ Room: Collaborative Script Development □□ Final Major Project
Entry requirements □□ We welcome applications from those with relevant equivalent Level 6 qualifications. Our typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2:2 or above, or equivalent experience and a demonstrable interest in the subject
Why study here? □□ Study the work of renowned writers and directors, reflect on professional trends and learn how to seize market opportunities □□ Be taught by a host of comedy experts including multiaward-winning TV and Radio comedy producer and Executive Producer, Simon Nicholls who is the course module leader □□ Develop a comedy scriptwriting portfolio which will act as a calling card with which to approach comedy producers, comedy commissioners and get agent representation
□□ We’ll also welcome your application if you have formal or ‘certified’ learning (such as training courses not run by universities or colleges) and learning from work experience or self-study. This is called Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL), and should have been gained within the last five years, and be equivalent to the learning outcomes of our minimum entry qualifications □□ APL applicants using experience to apply should note there is a £200 application fee for entry with advanced standing or with exemption from specific modules or credit
Assessment method □□ Written assignments □□ Visual, verbal and written works tailored specifically to each module
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