Writing Continuing TV Drama

Cod y Modiwl: FM17320
Teitl y Modiwl: Writing Continuing TV Drama
Blwyddyn Academaidd: 2026/2027
Semester: Semester 1
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl: Dr Lucy Gough
Rhestr Ddarllen: Gweld ar Aspire
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu: Dr Lucy Gough

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad	Manylion Asesiad	Cyfran
Asesiad Semester	Written portfolio: Half a full-length episode script and Scene by scene (15 min of drama). 3000 Words	100%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Written portfolio: Half a full-length episode script and Scene by scene (15 min of drama). 3000 Words	100%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

1. To conduct a close critical analysis of the extent and depth of writing long-form drama.
2. To understand the way stories develop and the need to keep the audience engaged.
3. To use personal experience to create and embellish dramatic form while simultaneously making good use of rigorous methods of investigation and analysis of other works.
4. To create a script which demonstrates an awareness of the requirements of long-form drama.

Disgrifiad cryno

The module introduces students to key concepts in scriptwriting, through using a form that they are likely to be familiar with, that of soap or long-form drama.

The module introduces not only the planning, researching, scripting, and reworking processes that are inherent to all scriptwriting, but also to the professional working environment by encouraging collaboration, and an awareness of the production environment.

Cynnwys

Week 1: Introduction to soap and the importance of story.

Week 2: The storyline conference.

Week 3: Continuation of storyline and writing the story document.

Week 4: Research skills for writers.

Week 5: Writing a script structuring and scene by scene.

Week 6: Writing scenes from the storyline.

Week 7: Reworking the scenes.

Week 8: How to write an episode.

Week 9: Layout key things you need to know.

Week 10: How to get work out there, with guest if possible.

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau	Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu	Written communication skills are at the heart of all the work a student does.
Datblygu personol a chynllunio gyrfa	This will be discussed over the course, with the final session focused on career planning.
Datrys Problemau	This element is not assessed directly, however all scriptwriting involves problem solving: what type of character will best convey a particular theme? What plot devices will most effectively propel the story to the next plot point? The effectiveness with which the author has solved problems is evident in the quality of the finished product.
Gwaith Tim	Students will have the opportunity to access and give feedback on each other’s work, this is particularly relevant with the collaborative story-lining element of the module.
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun	Students are expected to drive their own learning and to develop their own unique creative approaches.
Sgiliau pwnc penodol	An understanding of structure, dialogue, description, how to bring a story to life, and working in a three-dimensional form are all specific skills associated with scriptwriting.
Sgiliau ymchwil	The outline will reflect the student’s ability to read widely and to view long-form drama with a critical eye. They will have to apply this knowledge to make informed decisions about their own work.
Technoleg Gwybodaeth	Students will be required to make full use of the library facilities and master internet research and computer-based script formats which are usual within the industry.

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