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Writing for Screen (CWRI20009)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Semester 2
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In this subject students will be introduced to the history of screenwriting and the principles of the craft of writing scripts for screen. Students will read and respond to a variety of scripts written for screen. Students will also be required to write a short original screenplay. This subject is highly recommended for students intending to take Advanced Screenwriting and/or Writing for Theatre in their 3rd year studies.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should have:



  • a critical understanding of the screenplay as a historically, culturally and technically distinct form of writing;
  • the ability to apply the basic technical elements of screenwriting;
  • demonstrated a functional knowledge of basic screenwriting terminology and the ability to articulate the relationship between the screenplay and contemporary cultural and political contexts;
  • developed, through workshopping and completion of assessment tasks, an understanding of the skills and methodologies that underpin screenwriting as a distinct vocation;
  • expanded upon their skills in communication through extensive presentation during work-in- progress workshops and small group collaborations with an emphasis on the giving and receiving of constructive feedback; and
  • demonstrated high-level proficiency in self-directed writing and the application of intellectual honesty and ethical values.

Generic skills

At the completion of this subject, students should gain the following generic skills:

  • the ability to apply analytic, independent and critical thinking skills to written texts;
  • the ability to respond creatively to texts;
  • the ability to plan and develop their written work;
  • the ability to join in group discussion and activities, working to a common goal; and
  • the ability to work effectively with others while respecting differences.

Last updated: 19 September 2024