KWB113 Introduction to Creative Writing
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| Unit code: | KWB113 |
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| Equivalent(s): | KWB101 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $2,040 |
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| Domestic tuition unit fee | $4,104 |
| International unit fee | $4,320 |
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2024, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | KWB113 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | KWB101 |
| Coordinators: | Rohan Wilson | rohan.wilson@qut.edu.au Laura Kenny | l1.kenny@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit provides the fundamental skills for writing fiction and poetry as well as the basic theoretical background that underpins them. It looks at the development of these literary forms as a way of understanding how a practitioner might best approach both the writing and critical analysis of them in the contemporary context. It develops a critical understanding of your own and others’ approaches to writing life. You will be encouraged to develop the skills required for professional writing through a series of tasks that introduce key concepts such as characterisation, constructing a scene, and writing dialogue.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Analyse and critically engage with short stories and poetry.
- Construct a short creative work based on a developing understanding of creative writing theory and practice.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the creative process.
- Analyse and critically engage with the creative work of peers.
Content
In this unit we explore poetry and short fiction. We look at the development of these literary forms as a way of understanding how a practitioner might best approach both the writing and critical analysis of them in the contemporary context.
Learning Approaches
This unit features an integrated program of lectures and tutorials, with a balance of group and individual activities. Guided writing activities and critical discussion of writing theories and creative works will form the backbone of most tutorials. You are encouraged to develop your understanding of the theoretical content of the course by engaging in innovative forms of writing and analysis. Opportunities for the discussion of alternative forms of writing practice or analysis, and workshopping of works in progress will be part of some sessions. The teaching staff include published authors and industry professionals who share their knowledge of the art and business of writing.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will receive formative feedback throughout the semester, through peer critique and through written feedback from your tutor. Feedback may also include a range of formative writing exercises discussed and workshopped in class; and generic comments posted to the whole cohort via the unit Canvas website.
Assessment
Overview
Two assessment items are required for this unit. One is a short creative work that reflects your developing skills and knowledge as a creative writer. The second is a portfolio of work. This item will demonstrate your engagement with writing activities, editorial tasks and contribution to constructive peer review and critique undertaken over the semester.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Portfolio
This is a multi-phase assessment based on 3 requirements:
1. Submission of a folio of writing activities
2. Participation in editorial process
3. Submission of critiques of peers' works in progress.
The assessment includes both formative (developmental) and summative elements (evaluation for a grade).
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Assessment: Creative Work
This major assessment is a short written creative piece, between 1500 and 2000 words. The assessment includes both formative and summative elements.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Requirements
All students and staff who access campus buildings and facilities are required to complete the Tier 1 CIF General Health and Safety Induction. This must be completed online.
Resources
Other required resources for this unit will be provided via QUT Readings, and via the unit Canvas website.
Resource Materials
Other
To enable your full participation in the virtual learning environment, for example, participating in online activities and engaging with online learning materials, you will need access to a reliable computer with an internet connection, webcam, headset and microphone, as well as a learning environment where you are able to fully participate undisturbed when required.
Risk Assessment Statement
For risks associated with using campus buildings or facilities, refer to the Tier 1 CIF General Health and Safety Induction.
Where substantial computer-based work is required, particularly in the case of fully online students, you are recommended to take regular rest breaks when engaging in prolonged computer-based work, and ensure that your workstation is set up for optimal comfort to prevent strain or injury.
There are no other out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit other than those usually faced in the gaining of new knowledge (e.g. identity crises, artistic integrity crises, existential angst, etc.).
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.KK34 Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Identify and demonstrate knowledge of the techniques and concepts underpinning your field of creative practice.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate complex problem solving through iterative experimentation and the creative and critical development of ideas and outcomes.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one area of your field of creative practice.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Discern, critically analyse and synthesise knowledge in complex creative practice settings.
Relates to: ULO3 - Formulate and apply an independent perspective through reflection and by acting on the informed critique of others.
Relates to: ULO3 - Demonstrate respect for cultural and social differences, and work with integrity across creative practice networks.
Relates to: ULO4
KK43 Bachelor of Creative Industries
- Demonstrate broad and coherent theoretical and practical knowledge required for creative enterprise, career development and interdisciplinary collaborations, supported by depth in at least one creative disciplinary area.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate well-developed cognitive and ideation skills to identify, analyse and evaluate opportunities to address authentic complex problems.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate technical expertise to support skills and knowledge within the Creative Industries.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Apply and adapt creative disciplinary knowledge and skills with agility in a range of industry, community and intercultural contexts.
Relates to: ULO3 - Embody social and ethical responsibilities and exhibit well-developed judgement with resilience, integrity, curiosity and responsibility.
Relates to: ULO4
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2024, Online
| Unit code: | KWB113 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | KWB101 |
Overview
This unit provides the fundamental skills for writing fiction and poetry as well as the basic theoretical background that underpins them. It looks at the development of these literary forms as a way of understanding how a practitioner might best approach both the writing and critical analysis of them in the contemporary context. It develops a critical understanding of your own and others’ approaches to writing life. You will be encouraged to develop the skills required for professional writing through a series of tasks that introduce key concepts such as characterisation, constructing a scene, and writing dialogue.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Analyse and critically engage with short stories and poetry.
- Construct a short creative work based on a developing understanding of creative writing theory and practice.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the creative process.
- Analyse and critically engage with the creative work of peers.
Content
In this unit we explore poetry and short fiction. We look at the development of these literary forms as a way of understanding how a practitioner might best approach both the writing and critical analysis of them in the contemporary context.
Learning Approaches
This unit features an integrated program of lectures and tutorials, with a balance of group and individual activities. Guided writing activities and critical discussion of writing theories and creative works will form the backbone of most tutorials. You are encouraged to develop your understanding of the theoretical content of the course by engaging in innovative forms of writing and analysis. Opportunities for the discussion of alternative forms of writing practice or analysis, and workshopping of works in progress will be part of some sessions. The teaching staff include published authors and industry professionals who share their knowledge of the art and business of writing.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will receive formative feedback throughout the semester, through peer critique and through written feedback from your tutor. Feedback may also include a range of formative writing exercises discussed and workshopped in class; and generic comments posted to the whole cohort via the unit Canvas website.
Assessment
Overview
Two assessment items are required for this unit. One is a short creative work that reflects your developing skills and knowledge as a creative writer. The second is a portfolio of work. This item will demonstrate your engagement with writing activities, editorial tasks and contribution to constructive peer review and critique undertaken over the semester.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Portfolio
This is a multi-phase assessment based on 3 requirements:
1. Submission of a folio of writing activities
2. Participation in editorial process
3. Submission of critiques of peers' works in progress.
The assessment includes both formative (developmental) and summative elements (evaluation for a grade).
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Assessment: Creative Work
This major assessment is a short written creative piece, between 1500 and 2000 words. The assessment includes both formative and summative elements.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Requirements
All students and staff who access campus buildings and facilities are required to complete the Tier 1 CIF General Health and Safety Induction. This must be completed online.
Resources
Other required resources for this unit will be provided via QUT Readings, and via the unit Canvas website.
Resource Materials
Other
To enable your full participation in the virtual learning environment, for example, participating in online activities and engaging with online learning materials, you will need access to a reliable computer with an internet connection, webcam, headset and microphone, as well as a learning environment where you are able to fully participate undisturbed when required.
Risk Assessment Statement
For risks associated with using campus buildings or facilities, refer to the Tier 1 CIF General Health and Safety Induction.
Where substantial computer-based work is required, particularly in the case of fully online students, you are recommended to take regular rest breaks when engaging in prolonged computer-based work, and ensure that your workstation is set up for optimal comfort to prevent strain or injury.
There are no other out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit other than those usually faced in the gaining of new knowledge (e.g. identity crises, artistic integrity crises, existential angst, etc.).
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.KK34 Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Identify and demonstrate knowledge of the techniques and concepts underpinning your field of creative practice.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate complex problem solving through iterative experimentation and the creative and critical development of ideas and outcomes.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one area of your field of creative practice.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Discern, critically analyse and synthesise knowledge in complex creative practice settings.
Relates to: ULO3 - Formulate and apply an independent perspective through reflection and by acting on the informed critique of others.
Relates to: ULO3 - Demonstrate respect for cultural and social differences, and work with integrity across creative practice networks.
Relates to: ULO4
KK43 Bachelor of Creative Industries
- Demonstrate broad and coherent theoretical and practical knowledge required for creative enterprise, career development and interdisciplinary collaborations, supported by depth in at least one creative disciplinary area.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate well-developed cognitive and ideation skills to identify, analyse and evaluate opportunities to address authentic complex problems.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate technical expertise to support skills and knowledge within the Creative Industries.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Apply and adapt creative disciplinary knowledge and skills with agility in a range of industry, community and intercultural contexts.
Relates to: ULO3 - Embody social and ethical responsibilities and exhibit well-developed judgement with resilience, integrity, curiosity and responsibility.
Relates to: ULO4
Unit Outline: Summer 2024, Online
| Unit code: | KWB113 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | KWB101 |
Overview
This unit provides the fundamental skills for writing fiction and poetry as well as the basic theoretical background that underpins them. It looks at the development of these literary forms as a way of understanding how a practitioner might best approach both the writing and critical analysis of them in the contemporary context. It develops a critical understanding of your own and others’ approaches to writing life. You will be encouraged to develop the skills required for professional writing through a series of tasks that introduce key concepts such as characterisation, constructing a scene, and writing dialogue.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Analyse and critically engage with short stories and poetry.
- Construct a short creative work based on a developing understanding of creative writing theory and practice.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the creative process.
- Analyse and critically engage with the creative work of peers.
Content
In this unit we explore poetry and short fiction. We look at the development of these literary forms as a way of understanding how a practitioner might best approach both the writing and critical analysis of them in the contemporary context.
Learning Approaches
This unit features an integrated program of lectures and tutorials, with a balance of group and individual activities. Guided writing activities and critical discussion of writing theories and creative works will form the backbone of most tutorials. You are encouraged to develop your understanding of the theoretical content of the course by engaging in innovative forms of writing and analysis. Opportunities for the discussion of alternative forms of writing practice or analysis, and workshopping of works in progress will be part of some sessions. The teaching staff include published authors and industry professionals who share their knowledge of the art and business of writing.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will receive formative feedback throughout the semester, through peer critique and through written feedback from your tutor. Feedback may also include a range of formative writing exercises discussed and workshopped in class; and generic comments posted to the whole cohort via the unit Canvas website.
Assessment
Overview
Two assessment items are required for this unit. One is a short creative work that reflects your developing skills and knowledge as a creative writer. The second is a portfolio of work. This item will demonstrate your engagement with writing activities, editorial tasks and contribution to constructive peer review and critique undertaken over the semester.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Portfolio
This is a multi-phase assessment based on 3 requirements:
1. Submission of a folio of writing activities
2. Participation in editorial process
3. Submission of critiques of peers' works in progress.
The assessment includes both formative (developmental) and summative elements (evaluation for a grade).
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Assessment: Creative Work
This major assessment is a short written creative piece, between 1500 and 2000 words. The assessment includes both formative and summative elements.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Requirements
All students and staff who access campus buildings and facilities are required to complete the Tier 1 CIF General Health and Safety Induction. This must be completed online.
Resources
Other required resources for this unit will be provided via QUT Readings, and via the unit Canvas website.
Resource Materials
Other
To enable your full participation in the virtual learning environment, for example, participating in online activities and engaging with online learning materials, you will need access to a reliable computer with an internet connection, webcam, headset and microphone, as well as a learning environment where you are able to fully participate undisturbed when required.
Risk Assessment Statement
For risks associated with using campus buildings or facilities, refer to the Tier 1 CIF General Health and Safety Induction.
Where substantial computer-based work is required, particularly in the case of fully online students, you are recommended to take regular rest breaks when engaging in prolonged computer-based work, and ensure that your workstation is set up for optimal comfort to prevent strain or injury.
There are no other out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit other than those usually faced in the gaining of new knowledge (e.g. identity crises, artistic integrity crises, existential angst, etc.).
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.KK34 Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Identify and demonstrate knowledge of the techniques and concepts underpinning your field of creative practice.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate complex problem solving through iterative experimentation and the creative and critical development of ideas and outcomes.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one area of your field of creative practice.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Discern, critically analyse and synthesise knowledge in complex creative practice settings.
Relates to: ULO3 - Formulate and apply an independent perspective through reflection and by acting on the informed critique of others.
Relates to: ULO3 - Demonstrate respect for cultural and social differences, and work with integrity across creative practice networks.
Relates to: ULO4
KK43 Bachelor of Creative Industries
- Demonstrate broad and coherent theoretical and practical knowledge required for creative enterprise, career development and interdisciplinary collaborations, supported by depth in at least one creative disciplinary area.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate well-developed cognitive and ideation skills to identify, analyse and evaluate opportunities to address authentic complex problems.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Demonstrate technical expertise to support skills and knowledge within the Creative Industries.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2 - Apply and adapt creative disciplinary knowledge and skills with agility in a range of industry, community and intercultural contexts.
Relates to: ULO3 - Embody social and ethical responsibilities and exhibit well-developed judgement with resilience, integrity, curiosity and responsibility.
Relates to: ULO4