Unit details
ALW730 - Creative Non-Fiction Writing A
| Offered at: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | R Freeman |
| Incompatible with: | ALW601, ALW630 |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit is designed to provide skills in writing the creative nonfiction form, as well as an understanding of the theoretical contexts and subtexts that underpin the creative nonfiction genres. Particular emphasis will be focussed on creative nonfiction narrative techniques. Students are encouraged to write for publication within a defined market. Intensive workshopping of ideas and work-in-progress will be undertaken, as will critical reading and analysis of a range of published materials.
Assessment
Two creative assignments 2000 words 45% each; Class participation: contribution to class discussion, reading analysis & workshopping process 10%.
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2452 | $2891 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
