Scriptwriting Fiction 1Laajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

The students know the concept of observation as a starting point for the meaning of story. The students can produce artistic and a productive scripts for a feasible short film. The students comprehend the nature of scriptwriting as a process and can set sub goals for writing. After completing the course, the student masters the basics of scriptwriting methodology.

Content

Fundamentals of formats
Script from the synopsis to the final draft
Writing a scene and a dialogue
Expressing individual observations in writing
Scheduling work
Creating different versions
Method of individual writing
Fundamentals of the professional terminology in scriptwriting
Utilizing dramaturgical feedback

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Completing the course with a pass grade requires that a student has met the objectives of the course as defined in the course implementation.

Further information

The course is compulsory for the students of scriptwriting.