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Creative Industries Short Courses

These newly developed short courses will inspire and enhance your career in the arts and creative industries. Our courses are designed to support and guide you as you bring your creative projects and ideas to life.

Developed and delivered by industry experts and leading practitioners, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge you need to thrive in your field. Based in the heart of Bloomsbury, surrounded by world-class museums, galleries and national libraries, we offer inspiring practice-based study.

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Creative Writing Short Courses

Unleash your creative potential with one of Birkbeck’s eight-week creative writing short courses, expertly designed to introduce you to the art of storytelling. Whether you're interested as a beginner, or looking to further refine your craft, these courses will connect you with like-minded individuals to provoke your creativity.

Whether your passion lies within fiction, personal storytelling, or stage and screenwriting, your chosen course will help you to find your voice and elevate your craft.

Introduction to Writing Fiction

Delve into the world of storytelling. From finding your unique voice to crafting engaging dialogue, this course equips you with the tools to begin or advance your fiction-writing journey. Join our mailing list for updates on course dates.

Introduction to Writing from Life

Turn experiences into captivating non-fiction. Gain insights into pitching your ideas, alongside writing authentic and powerful dialogue.

Introduction to Creative Writing for Stage and Screen

Discover how to develop characters, craft authentic dialogue, and manage script layouts and stage directions.

Other Short Courses that we offer

Introducing the Art Market

This short course will offer you an in-depth exploration of the global art market. You'll develop an understanding of the key players in the market, as well as its structure and evolving dynamics. You will also have the opportunity to visit inspiring local exhibitions and galleries as part of your study.

Introduction to Directing

This short course offers you with practical skills and the knowledge required to practise as a professional director or independent theatre artist in today's industry. You'll gain insights on your potential career paths and develop an understanding of relevant theory and methodology.