Writing for Radio

 

Writing for Radio can be studied as a stand-alone course and it is an optional course for the Certificate of Higher Education in Creative Writing at Aberystwyth University. 

Key Facts 

 

Language: English 

Duration: 10 Weeks 

Number of Credits: 10

Tutor: Sandra Bendelow   

Learning Method: Online 

Level: This module is at CQFW Level 4

Module Code: XE13110

Fee: £130.00 - Fee Waiver Scheme available

This course is available to book

 

Overview 

This course will introduce learners to writing for radio and audio platforms. Over eight weeks, learners will explore the differing demands of writing for radio and audio platforms and examine the variety of techniques, skills and craft of creative writing for non-visual mediums. Leaners will follow this concept from the development of an idea, to introducing characters through voice, sounds and silence, to shaping the story, as well as reflecting and rewriting the work. Techniques to develop and create a script or piece of writing for radio or audio platform will be studied and through the assessments, learners will prepare and write a script or short story for radio or audio platforms.

Programme 

During the course, learners will study the following:

Unit 1. Introduction to writing for radio and audio platforms.
Unit 2. Developing an idea which meets the needs of non visual mediums of writing.
Unit 3. Developing characters through voice, sounds and silence.
Unit 4. Shaping a story.
Unit 5. Genre and Style.
Unit 6. Critical reflection and commenting on the work of others.
Unit 7. Beginnings, middles and ends
Unit 8. Rewriting and Resources.

Learning Outcomes 

  1. Explore the differing demands of writing for radio and audio platforms.
  2. Utilise techniques to develop and create a script or piece of writing for radio or audio platform.
  3. Examine the roles of character and character development.
  4. Evaluate a script draft and identify areas for redrafting.

Assessments 

  1. Proposal - 25%
  2. Written Assignment - 75%

Reading Suggestions 

Reading suggestions will be offered throughout the course. 

Entry Requirements 

This course is for everyone. No previous experience is needed and there are no formal entry requirements. 

What Do I Need? 

As this is an online course, you would need the following: 

  • Internet access.
  • Access to a laptop or computer with a web camera and microphone; the use of headphones might also be of benefit.
  • Use of the Chrome web-browser where possible.